Veterinary Technician - ICU

Pet Services of Washington, P.S.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Differential pay for swing/overnight

Employee pet discounts

Competitive compensation

Job summary

VCA Dallas Animal Specialty Hospital in Dallas, TX is seeking a licensed veterinary technician to join our Intensive Care Unit team. This full-time role requires 3 years of veterinary experience, with ICU or specialty background preferred, and offers a competitive hourly salary with differential pay for swing/overnight/weekend shifts.

Located at 17727 Dallas Pkwy, Dallas, TX, the hospital emphasizes growth, mentorship, and ongoing career development amid a state-of-the-art facility.

Qualifications

• Licensed veterinary technician with 3+ years of experience.
• ICU or specialty experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor anesthesia and recovery.
• Perform venipuncture and IV placement.
• Maintain central lines and feeding tube management.
• Monitor ECG and post-op patients.
• Follow chemotherapy and infectious disease protocols.
• Maintain thorough medical records and assist with exams.
• Educate clients and provide compassionate care.

Skills

LVT license

ICU experience

Anesthesia monitoring

Venipuncture

CPR knowledge

Job description

VCA Dallas Animal Specialty Hospital (formerly VCA Animal Diagnostic Clinic) is seeking an enthusiastic Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our growing Intensive Care Unit (ICU) team! 3 years of Veterinary Medicine Experience needed. ICU or Specialty experience preferred.

Location: 17727 Dallas Pkwy, Dallas, TX 75287

Salary: $22 - $27/hour, based on experience.

Differential pay for swing/overnight/weekend shifts.

Schedule: Full-Time, 4-5 days a week

VCA Dallas Animal Specialty Hospital is excited to welcome a full-time Veterinary Technician to our growing Intensive Care Unit (ICU) team. As we transition into our new name and state-of-the-art facility, our longstanding commitment to excellence in patient care, team development, and collaborative medicine remains unchanged.

Our brand-new, 25,000 sq. ft. hospital is one of the most advanced in the region, featuring cutting-edge technology.

At VCA, we are committed to growth, mentorship, and career development for every team member. Our hospital culture encourages continuous learning, innovation, and support. Whether you're early in your veterinary career or looking to expand your skills, this is a place where you can grow alongside a world-class medical team that values your contributions and well-being.

Veterinary Technician Duties:

• Anesthesia monitoring/recovery
• Patient intubation
• Venipuncture / IVC placement
• Central line maintenance
• Feeding tube placement and/or management
• Chest tube management
• Urinary catheter placement and/or management
• ECG monitoring
• Surgical site and wound monitoring
• Follow chemotherapy and infectious disease protocols
• Perform physical therapy on post-op patients
• Provide supplemental oxygen to critical patients
• Participate in CPR
• Calculate drug doses
• Reconstitute drugs
• Administer SQ, IV, IM injections
• Obtain and submit lab samples
• Work collaboratively with team members of all hospital services
• Maintain thorough medical records
• Assist clinicians with exams and procedures
• Client education/communication
• Provide compassionate care for all patients

What Makes VCA Dallas Animal Specialty Hospital Unique?

We are passionate about our team's health and wellness and continue to foster a culture where asking questions is welcome, and training is the expectation. At VCA, we are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. We support a work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve while supporting a work-life balance.

We not only work hard, but we play hard too. Join us for one of our team-building events, such as visiting the Frisco Roughriders for a game, pop-up Food trucks, or surprise team lunches. Holidays are no exception! Grab a bucket for Halloween & Valentine's Day and drop a few treats in for your friends. Need a pick-me-up? Keep your eyes peeled for our Radioflyer snack wagon rolling through a department near you! This is but a small sampling of the gratitude we show our team for being the most compassionate, dedicated veterinary medical professionals around.

Why You Should Consider Us

This role is suited for the experienced veterinary assistant, but we are also excited to provide developmental training to someone who is just getting started and wants to move forward in their career at a hospital that provides an array of opportunities to develop a multitude of skills.

Candidates must be positive and motivated. The hospital team meets frequently, and your ideas and suggestions are encouraged to help us continue to grow. Our team takes pride in fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and recognition while being adaptable, goal-driven, and engaged. We work hard to protect our culture and ensure we hire associates who are going to have the determination to rise above obstacles, wear multiple hats, and work as a team. Ready to grow with a collaborative and supportive team?

Benefits

• We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts, and more!

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement, please see our career page at vcacareers.com

Benefits

• We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed.

It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of asso