Veterinary Technician - Patient Care & Surgical Support

Banfield Pet Hospital; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital in Austin, TX seeks a Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians, educate clients on pet health, and maintain a safe hospital environment. You will handle preparatory work, monitor hospitalized animals, and assist with surgeries as applicable, while upholding medical standards and client service excellence.

The role requires AVMA accreditation or VT licensure and at least one year of related experience; strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Veterinary technician certification or licensure required.
• AVMA-accredited program degree or equivalent experience.
• One year related experience preferred with customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians to deliver high quality pet care and support productivity.
• Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans and preventive care.
• Obtain patient history and maintain medical charts.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized treatment areas; assist in surgery as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Personal Learning

Customer Focus

Peer Relationships

Action Oriented

Listening

Functional

Medical Quality

Effective Communication

Drive for Results

Priority Setting

Education

Veterinary technician certification

AVMA-accredited program degree

High School Diploma preferred

Tools

Medical software

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Banfield Pet Hospital in Austin, TX seeks a Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians, educate clients on pet health, and maintain a safe hospital environment. You will handle preparatory work, monitor hospitalized animals, and assist with surgeries as applicable, while upholding medical standards and client service excellence.

The role requires AVMA accreditation or VT licensure and at least one year of related experience; strong communication and organizational skills are essential.