Veterinary Technician — Flexible Schedule, Growth & Benefits

Southridge Animal Hospital; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 23,419 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Southridge Animal Hospital is hiring an Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our three-doctor companion animal practice in Denton. You’ll work the full-time schedule on 10-hour shifts with rotating Saturdays, delivering compassionate client education, precise patient care, and teamwork across the hospital.

You’ll bring RVT/LVT credentials or equivalent experience, strong anesthesia and dental radiography skills, and a commitment to low-stress handling.

Qualifications

• Previous Veterinary Technician experience required; 3+ years preferred.
• Licensed Veterinary Technician licensure or equivalent experience welcomed.
• Strong anesthesia skills and experience with anesthetic procedures highly desired.
• Experience with dental procedures and dental radiography.
• Knowledge of low-stress patient handling; Fear Free handling experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of vaccines, nutrition, pharmacology, and preventative care.

Responsibilities

• Educate clients and advocate for patient care while addressing questions and concerns with empathy.
• Navigate financial conversations professionally and compassionately.
• Document patient histories, treatments, and client communications accurately and succinctly.
• Provide low-stress patient handling and restraint.
• Assist veterinarians within the appropriate scope of practice.
• Perform venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement.
• Collect and prepare patient samples and assist with routine diagnostics.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed.
• Calculate, fill, and log prescribed medications.
• Document patient vitals and recognize changes in patient condition.
• Induce, monitor, and maintain anesthesia and sedated procedures.
• Assist with surgical and dental procedures based on experience and skill level.
• Accurately position and restrain patients for radiology and ultrasound.
• Discharge patients and clearly communicate veterinarian recommendations.
• Maintain the safety and welfare of patients, clients, and team members.
• Help create a clean, welcoming, and positive hospital environment

Skills

Veterinary technician experience

Anesthesia experience

Dental radiography

Low-stress handling

Client education

Team collaboration

Cornerstone familiarity

IDEXX familiarity

Strong communication

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) / RVT

Tools

Cornerstone Veterinary Software

IDEXX laboratory equipment

Dental radiography equipment

Job description

Southridge Animal Hospital is hiring an Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our three-doctor companion animal practice in Denton. You’ll work the full-time schedule on 10-hour shifts with rotating Saturdays, delivering compassionate client education, precise patient care, and teamwork across the hospital.

You’ll bring RVT/LVT credentials or equivalent experience, strong anesthesia and dental radiography skills, and a commitment to low-stress handling.