Veterinary Technician: Expert Pet Care & Surgery Support

Petco; Lincoln (NE); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco is seeking a Veterinary Technician for our Vetco Total Care full-service hospital in Lincoln, Nebraska. You will deliver high-quality veterinary care and exceptional customer service to pet owners, while supporting veterinarians with exams, procedures, and patient management.

Qualified candidates bring credentialing as a Veterinary Technician, 1+ year of experience, and strong communication and teamwork.

Qualifications

• College or college-equivalent education as required to become a Credentialed Veterinary Technician
• At least 1 year experience as a Veterinary Technician or in a veterinary practice
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Compassionate, dependable and professional under stress

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and patients, obtain vitals and histories, and record in EMR
• Assist veterinarians with routine and emergency care, surgery, dentistry and euthanasia under supervision
• Restraint, sample collection, medication handling, and chart maintenance
• Schedule appointments, educate clients, relay test results, and manage inventory and records
• Prepare patients for procedures and assist during anesthesia and recovery
• Provide in-hospital treatments and ensure patient and client safety
• Train new staff and maintain a clean, organized hospital environment

Skills

Veterinary Technician

Customer Service

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Credentialed Veterinary Technician

Job description

Petco is seeking a Veterinary Technician for our Vetco Total Care full-service hospital in Lincoln, Nebraska. You will deliver high-quality veterinary care and exceptional customer service to pet owners, while supporting veterinarians with exams, procedures, and patient management.

Qualified candidates bring credentialing as a Veterinary Technician, 1+ year of experience, and strong communication and teamwork.