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Pet Hospital at South Collins
Veterinary Technician
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What they do
A Veterinary Technician or Technologist assists veterinarians in diagnosing and treating medical conditions in animals. May perform diagnostic tests or administer medications. Works in private veterinary practices or animal hospitals.
$35,959 / year median in Texas
+24% projected growth
Job Description
Description Veterinary Technician Pet Hospital of South Collins Arlington, TX Pet Hospital of South Collins is looking for a Veterinary Technician to join our team as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community. At Pet Hospital of South Collins, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, you will have the support, tools, and resources to elevate your skills. As a hospital deeply rooted in the local community, you will experience the best of both worlds: a genuine local feel with the benefits of Thrive's national resources. About You As a Veterinary Technician, you'll play an important role in pets' lives by providing comprehensive care throughout their journey. Your life-changing work will range from the hands-on care of facilitating outpatient treatments and performing laboratory tests, to surgery assistance, to support services including admitting and discharging patients.
Experience & Skills Requirements:
2 years of continuous veterinary technician/assistant experience (direct animal/patient care required) LVT, RVT, CVT or Pre-Vet is a plus! Strong skills and comfort monitoring anesthesia and surgery patients Must be able to work rotating weekends and certain holidays Desire to practice empathetic, gold standard medicine benefiting our patients Team oriented with an ability to collaborate and support each other Are paw-sitive, kind and provide trustworthy communication to the patients, team members and clients. Have the desire to constantly grow and advance as a veterinary technician!Role 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. Assist with surgeries and procedures in accordance with your state's Veterinary Practice Act outlined for credentialed veterinary technicians. 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. About the Hospital At Pet Hospital at South Collins, we offer primary services for cats and dogs in Arlington, Mansfield, Grand Prairie, and Ft. Worth area. We specialize in wellness and preventive care and focus on rehabilitation, acupuncture, and physical therapy. We are proud to be feline-friendly, Fear-Free® certified. We offer a full range of services for every stage of your pet's life. From nose to tail, kitten to an older dog, we have got your pet covered. Our team is trained and ready to assist with vaccinations, dental care, and more. Our physiotherapy and rehabilitation services are custom-made to handle and treat your pet's conditions. With a dedicated staff, effective technology, and customized routine, we will have your pet feeling better in no time! We offer Aquatic therapy utilizing an underwater treadmill, land treadmill, Class 4 Therapeutic Laser, and more. Benefits- our care in action Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members' emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short
- and long
- term disability plans, we offer eligible team members: Competitive pay 401(k) with employer match Mental health resources, including 24/7 access to Lyra Health Paid parental leave Purr-ental leave for when you adopt a pet Employer-sponsored childcare and elder care Personalized care for every family-forming journey Discretionary funds and FREE CE courses Pet perks and veterinary service discounts Student loan management tools and assistance Provide your best care with more bridges and less barriers.
- ThriveU Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills A program to designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital Scholarship opportunities and tuition reimbursement Move into any specialty, hospital type, or environment
- across the nation.