Veterinary Technician: Flexible Hours & Growth Opportunities

CityVet; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pet-care discounts

Uniform allowance

Flexible schedules

Growth opportunities

Job summary

CityVet Castle Hills is seeking Veterinary Technicians to join our team. A Veterinary Technician Assistant will be considered (with a minimum of 1-year experience).

The role focuses on maintaining excellent patient care and operational productivity by supporting veterinarians, facilitating communication between the operating room and front office, and ensuring efficient daily practice.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 18 years of age at the time of hire.
• At least 1 year of veterinary industry experience.
• Understanding and ability to properly, and safely, restrain animals.
• Knowledgeable on veterinary medical terminology and medication.
• Lift 50 lbs to waist height.
• Frequent standing, bending, walking, lifting, carrying, and reaching.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication & listening skills.
• Self-motivated & team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Assist Veterinarians - prep patients for surgery, monitor post-op, restrain animals during exams.
• Obtain samples - gather stool, blood, and other samples for testing.
• Testing - test the samples gathered and help to interpret the results.
• Administer medications - give patients accurate dosage of prescribed medications, anesthesia, vaccines, or other medications indicated by the DVM.
• Client communication - obtain medical information from the clients and provide the client proper instruction on how to care for the animal under the veterinarian’s plan of care.
• Assist the Client Service Specialist team when needed.

Skills

Veterinary terminology

Communication skills

Teamwork

Animal restraint

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

CityVet Castle Hills is seeking Veterinary Technicians to join our team. A Veterinary Technician Assistant will be considered (with a minimum of 1-year experience).

The role focuses on maintaining excellent patient care and operational productivity by supporting veterinarians, facilitating communication between the operating room and front office, and ensuring efficient daily practice.