Veterinary Technician | RVT–Eligible, Great Benefits, Growth

Collin County; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

200% retirement match

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, vision plans

10 paid holidays annually

PTO 24 days first year

Job summary

Collin County is seeking Veterinary Technician candidates to care for animals and perform health assessments under the supervision of the Animal Services Manager.

Key duties include administering basic shots, deworming, weighing, feeding, recording health data, photographing animals, and maintaining kennels and supplies. A Texas RVT eligibility within 6 months and an Associate degree are required, plus a valid Texas driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required or equivalent.
• RV T eligibility within 6 months of hire in Texas.

Responsibilities

• Caring for animals by administering basic shots, deworming, and weighing them.
• Feeding and watering for all animals.
• Conducting basic health assessments.
• Observing for and treating illness.
• Maintaining animal health records by entering data into computer systems.
• Photographing animals for records and adoption listings.
• Cleaning kennel areas.
• Maintaining inventory of supplies.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Skills

Animal care

Record keeping

Health assessment

Basic medical administration

Education

Associate degree

RVT eligibility within 6 months

Job description

Collin County is seeking Veterinary Technician candidates to care for animals and perform health assessments under the supervision of the Animal Services Manager.

Key duties include administering basic shots, deworming, weighing, feeding, recording health data, photographing animals, and maintaining kennels and supplies. A Texas RVT eligibility within 6 months and an Associate degree are required, plus a valid Texas driver’s license.