Veterinary Technician

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Job Post Summary Date posted: 8/25/2026

Pay: Starts at $17-$25/hour, based on experience (CVT or relevant experience preferred)

Expected hours: 32-40 per week

Job Type Part-Time to Full-Time, some weekends required

Benefits (full-time position only):

• Health insurance
• Dental/Vision Insurance
• Term Life Insurance + Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• Paid time off
• Discounted veterinary care
• Paid continuing education

Job Description:

Arlington Animal Clinic is a PRIVATELY OWNED, 2 doctor veterinary clinic, equipped with in house lab, digital radiographs (+ dental x-ray), and ultrasound. The clinic performs surgeries, dentals, routine care and urgent care appointments.

We are seeking a hard-working candidate with 2 or more year(s) of Veterinary Technician experience. This candidate would have a basic knowledge of vaccine protocols, be skilled in phlebotomy, anesthesia, X-rays, dentals and surgical procedures, be computer literate, and be able to type.

Candidate should have excellent time-management skills and be self-motivated, and have a positive attitude. We offer health benefits, dental/vision, life insurance, short/long term disability, paid time off, discounted veterinary care, and paid Continuing Education to full-time employees after the 90 days probationary period.

Key Responsibilities:

• Professional client communication
• Detailed and accurate record-keeping
• Laboratory procedures including but not limited to: hematology, urinalysis, blood chemistry, cytology (skin, ears), and fecal flotation
• Diagnostic imaging
• Surgical assisting; preparing and maintaining the surgical environment
• Anesthesia monitoring and endotracheal intubation
• Nursing skills including: restraining patients, administering medications, providing high quality physical and psychological needs of the patient during any visit
• Dental prophylaxis and radiographs
• Pharmacy and pharmacology knowledge including: preparing and dispensing medications
• Patient check in, vitals, exam assistance and discharge of patients

Qualifications:

• CVT preferred or minimum 2 years experience as a Veterinary Technician
• Familiar with Avimark Software
• Familiar with vaccine protocols for cats and dogs
• Familiar with Heartworm/Flea preventions
• Able to obtain a patient history and perform low stress animal restraint
• Proficient in phlebotomy and IV catheter placement
• Proficient in endotracheal intubation
• Experience with digital radiographs
• Experience with Dentals and Dental radiographs
• Anesthesia monitoring knowledge
• Knowledge of in-house laboratory testing (Idexx): hemtology, urinalysis, chemistry, snap tests
• Knowledge of cytology (ear, skin) and fecal flotation and direct smear
• Reception or phone scheduling experience using Veterinary Software.
• Possess strong communication skills, good judgment and be able to manage fast-paced environment
• Ability to work well in a small team as well as work independently when needed
• Help with day-to-day hospital flow and efficiency
• Responsible for some reception duties such as triaging phone calls, making appointments, intake and discharging patients
• Previous experience preferred and preference given to licensed technicians.
• Bilingual preferred (Spanish)

Schedule:

• Part Time to Full-Time Hours, Open M-F 7:30 am-6pm and Saturday 9am-2pm

Work Location: In person