Veterinary Technician/Assistant

MANOR VETERINARY HOSPITAL Are animals your passion?! Apply to join our team!! We are seeking to add a full time veterinary technician/assistant to our growing privately owned Small Animal Hospital (no exotics). We are located 10 miles east of Austin on Hwy 290 in Manor,Texas with easy access from north or south on the tollway.

Manor Veterinary Hospital has been proudly providing exceptional veterinary care to Manor and the surrounding areas since 1999.

Veterinary Technician Job Summary

We are seeking an organized, compassionate, and service-oriented Veterinary Technician to join our team. You will support our veterinarians during examinations and medical treatments and provide direct care to our animal patients. Candidates must be comfortable working with dogs and cats and be able to restrain them properly for evaluation and procedures. You also need to be familiar with proper cleaning and sanitizing techniques to ensure our facility is safe for our clients.

Veterinary Technician Duties and Responsibilities

Greet clients and obtain contact information and pet medical histories

Restraint of dogs and cats

Provide assistance to the veterinarian during examinations, surgeries, and other procedures

Handle basic animal care duties, administering medication, collecting samples, and checking vitals

Assist with diagnostic x-ray imaging and lab work, including blood tests, fecal samples, and analysis of urine samples

Sterilize tools and restock examination and operating rooms

Inform and educate families about at-home care for their pets

Update patient files and handle other administrative duties as necessary

Veterinary Technician Requirements and Qualifications

Motivated, mature, responsible, compassionate, patient, and commitment to the care and welfare of animals

1+ years of veterinary experience

An understanding of animal behavior

Passion for working with animals and their owners

Computer skills

Excellent communication and organizational skills with attention to detail

Able to restrain larger pets when necessary

Flexible schedule

Work hours are M-F 9-6 and every other Saturday morning. We offer a wage based on experience, a group health plan, paid vacation, paid holidays, and a SIMPLE IRA plan. If you would like to join our team, we encourage you to email your resume to : Sharon Acker,LVT via Indeed or apply in person at Manor Veterinary Hospital 11311 US Hwy 290 East, Manor TX, 78653.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person