Veterinary Technician: Surgical Support & Patient Care Pro

Thrive Pet Healthcare; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match

Mental health resources

Paid parental leave

Purr-ental leave

Backup childcare support

Vet service discounts

Free CE courses

Job summary

Westlake Animal Hospital in Austin, TX seeks a Veterinary Technician for a full-time schedule of 36–40 hours per week with a few Saturdays per month. You will assist veterinarians, support patient flow, perform venipuncture, anesthesia prep, and client education to support Thrive membership options and treatments.

Ideal candidates have 1+ years of Vet Tech experience and are willing to grow in surgical, anesthesia, and dental areas. A commitment to ongoing education and training is encouraged.

Qualifications

• 1 or more years of experience as a Veterinary Technician
• Surgical, anesthesia, and dental experience highly preferred; willingness to learn and grow in these areas required.
• Willingness to pursue further education and training

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
• With each hospital function, assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow.
• Perform venipuncture and catheter placement
• Assist with CPR and emergency procedures
• Assist with surgeries and procedures, including anesthesia preparation, monitoring, and recovery
• Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments.
• Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems.
• Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts.
• Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.
• Be willing to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support patient care, client service, and overall hospital operations.

Skills

Veterinary Technician experience

Surgical anesthesia dental exposure

Client education and communication

Job description

Westlake Animal Hospital in Austin, TX seeks a Veterinary Technician for a full-time schedule of 36–40 hours per week with a few Saturdays per month. You will assist veterinarians, support patient flow, perform venipuncture, anesthesia prep, and client education to support Thrive membership options and treatments.

Ideal candidates have 1+ years of Vet Tech experience and are willing to grow in surgical, anesthesia, and dental areas. A commitment to ongoing education and training is encouraged.