Veterinary Technician / Experienced Assistant

Lakeway Veterinary Clinic; Lakeway (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Health insurance

Paid parental leave

PTO

Employee pet discounts

Job summary

Lakeway Veterinary Clinic in Lakeway, Texas, is hiring a Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our two-doctor practice. This full-time role offers a Monday–Friday schedule with a 4-day work week, and no nights, weekends, on-call shifts, or holidays.

We value patient care, client service, and teamwork, with competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and generous PTO. Benefits also include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, employee pet discounts, and

Qualifications

• Experience as a veterinary technician or veterinary assistant.
• Comfort in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Confidence in patient handling and basic technical skills, or a strong willingness to learn.
• Client care or veterinary reception experience is a plus.
• A passion for patient care, client service, and teamwork.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift weight lbs with assistance.
• Veterinary technician licensure is welcomed but not required.

Responsibilities

• Triage patients and obtain thorough histories, vitals, and assessments
• Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, and procedures
• Provide compassionate nursing care from intake through discharge
• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments
• Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, fluid therapy, and sample collection
• Take radiographs and maintain imaging standards
• Run in-house lab tests: CBC/chemistry, urinalysis, cytology, fecals
• Support surgical and dental procedures, including prep and recovery
• Monitor anesthesia and patient vitals during procedures
• Educate clients with compassion and confidence
• Maintain accurate medical records and patient charts
• Take part in ongoing training and growth opportunities

Skills

Vet tech/assistant

Fast-paced environment

Patient handling

Client care experience

Patient care & teamwork

Standing long periods

Licensure welcomed

Education

Veterinary technician license

Job description

Who we are:

Lakeway Veterinary Clinic is Hiring a Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant!

Position Details

Role: Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Status: Full-Time

Salary: Negotiable and based on experience

Schedule: Monday–Friday with 4-day work weeks; no nights, weekends, on-call shifts, or holidays

Experience: Veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience preferred; client care experience a plus

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee pet discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state veterinary technician license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program

Looking for a clinic where your contributions are valued, your growth is supported, and there’s no ego or drama?

Lakeway Veterinary Clinic is a two-doctor small animal practice in Lakeway, Texas, known for a supportive culture, high-quality medicine, and outstanding client service. We’re looking for a Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant who’s passionate about patient care, client service, and teamwork.

We’re a team that truly enjoys working together. Wins are shared, challenges are never faced alone, and being yourself isn’t just allowed, it’s encouraged. If that sounds like the kind of place you’ve been looking for, you may have just found your home.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• A schedule you’ll love. Monday through Friday with 4-day work weeks, and no nights, weekends, on-call shifts, or holidays.
• No egos, no drama. A supportive, “better together” team that genuinely helps each other.
• Leaders who listen. As a Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant here, your ideas are valued and your contributions are appreciated.
• Mentorship and growth. Every Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant here gets ongoing training and mentoring to grow and advance their career.
• We celebrate you. Birthdays, milestones, and the little wins that matter.
• Little extras. A fridge always stocked with drinks and snacks, real lunch breaks, and occasional coffee runs, ice cream parties, and meals on us.

What You’ll Do

• Triage patients and obtain thorough histories, vitals, and assessments
• Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, and procedures
• Provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care from intake through discharge
• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed
• Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, fluid therapy, and sample collection
• Take high-quality radiographs and maintain imaging standards
• Run in-house lab testing, including CBC/chemistry, urinalysis, cytology, and fecals
• Support surgical and dental procedures, including prep, monitoring, recovery, and instrument care
• Monitor anesthesia and patient vitals during procedures
• Educate clients with compassion, clarity, and confidence
• Maintain accurate medical records and patient charts
• Take part in ongoing training and growth opportunities

Responsibilities may vary based on hospital needs as well as your experience, training, certifications, credentials, and assigned responsibilities.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience as a veterinary technician or veterinary assistant
• Comfort in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Confidence in patient handling and basic technical skills, or a strong willingness to learn
• Client care or veterinary reception experience is a plus
• A passion for patient care, client service, and teamwork
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift [Weight] lbs with assistance
• Veterinary technician licensure is welcomed but not required

Benefits You Can’t Beat

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program
• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free or discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State veterinary technician license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

If you’re a Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant who wants to make a difference in pets’ lives every day with a team that values you as a person, we can’t wait to meet you. Help us provide exceptional care to the pets and families of Lakeway.

Apply today and join the team at Lakeway Veterinary Clinic!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Lakeway Veterinary Clinic and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.