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Veterinary Technician

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Dearing Veterinary Clinic

Abilene, TX (In Person)

$34,320 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/14/2026

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Job Description

Veterinary Technician Dearing Veterinary Clinic Abilene, TX Job Details Full-time $14 - $19 an hour 4 hours ago Qualifications Animal health monitoring Pet care Patient comfort Companion animal handling Initial assessment (medical evaluation) In-person customer service Animal behavior Diagnostic evaluation High school diploma or GED Attention to detail Health record tracking Animal patient charting Communication with pet owners Stocking Managing patient records Veterinary technician experience Full Job Description Our successful animal hospital needs an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our animal-loving staff. We run a fast-paced clinic that sees patients during regular daytime hours and has some light weekend work. The ideal candidate will be willing to work Monday through Thursday 7:30am to 6pm and 5pm on Friday; as well as on weekends as needed for hospitalized patients.
Responsibilities:
Veterinary technicians assist veterinarians in the care of animals. They may perform an initial evaluation of the animal's condition, clean and wrap wounds, check vital statistics, collect samples and administer medication. They also perform basic lab work, including urinalysis and blood tests, and may assist with procedures such as teeth cleaning. They help during patient examinations and surgical procedures by restraining animals when necessary, stocking examination and surgery rooms with supplies, sterilizing tools and ensuring that equipment is in working order. Veterinary technicians also communicate with pet owners and update patient files.
Necessary Skills:
Veterinary technicians must have excellent communication skills, so that they may interact with pet owners and coworkers. They must have an understanding of animal behavior and strong clinical skills in order to properly evaluate an animal's condition and provide treatment. They must be detail-oriented and well-organized so that they may take medical histories, carry out instructions, document patient statistics and update records. It's also essential that they enjoy working with animals and have the ability to comfort, handle and restrain large and small pets.
Requirements:
- High school diploma/GED required - 1+ years' experience working as a Veterinary Technician a plus
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$14.00 - $19.00 per hour
Work Location:
In person