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Thrive Pet Healthcare
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 Cypress Creek Pet Care Cedar Park, TX Full-time :
4 day , 10 hour shifts with a minimum of 2 Saturdays a month. About You Y ou'll play an important role in pets' lives by providing end- to•end care for our precious patients.
Role Responsibilities:
Obtain patient histories, record vital signs, and communicate key care details to the veterinary team. Assist veterinarians with exams, outpatient treatments, patient intake, discharge, and client communication. Provide compassionate nursing care, patient handling, and general animal husbandry. Collect diagnostic samples, perform in-house laboratory testing, and support diagnostic imaging. Administer medications, treatments, and vaccines as directed by the veterinarian. Prepare patients, instruments, and treatment areas for surgery and procedures. Place and maintain IV catheters, assist with anesthesia support, and monitor patients during and after surger . Maintain accurate medical records, patient notes, and treatment documentation. Clean and sterilize cages, instruments, treatment areas, and equipment. Maintain supplies and equipment while following safety standards and hospital policies. Other tasks as assignedExperience & Skills:
1+ year of experience as a Veterinary Technician in a clinical veterinary setting. Licensed Veterinary Technician preferred, but experienced non-licensed Veterinary Technicians are encouraged to apply. Proficient in venipuncture, IV catheter placement, basic drug calculations, medication administration, and anesthesia monitoring. Knowledge of cytology, in-house laboratory testing, diagnostic imaging, animal behavior, and patient handling. Comfortable using hospital software, documenting accurate patient notes, and communicating care details clearly. Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus. Self-motivated team player who stays organized in a fast-paced veterinary hospital and is passionate about patient care. You'll Grow with Us Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through: Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses- ThriveU Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills A program designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital And, with so many locations nationwide, you can find and move into any specialty, hospital type, or environment.
- 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 easy access to therapy through Lyra Health Paid parental leave Purr
- ental leave for when you adopt a pet Subsidized backup childcare and elder care Expert advice, support and network discounts for fertility and family planning FREE CE courses Pet perks and veterinary service discounts Student loan support tools and assistance
- Some benefits shown are only for full-time team members who work 30 hours or more per week.
- make accessing quality care simpler— giving families the peace of mind their pets deserve.