Veterinary Technician / Experienced Assistant
- Lakeway, United States
- Entry Level
- Posted
Skills
Required
- veterinary reception
Preferred
- CBC / chemistry
- urinalysis
- cytology
- fecals
Lakeway Veterinary Clinic is Hiring a Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant!
About Vetcor
- We’re a team that truly enjoys working together.
- Wins are shared, challenges are never faced alone, and being yourself isn’t just allowed, it’s encouraged.
- If that sounds like the kind of place you’ve been looking for, you may have just found your home.
- Join Our Team!
- If you’re a Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant who wants to make a difference in pets’ lives every day with a team that values you as a person, we can’t wait to meet you.
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Lakeway Veterinary Clinic and Vetcor.
- We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees.
- Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world.
- That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.
Responsibilities
- Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant Status: Full-Time Salary: Negotiable and based on experience
- Monday–Friday with 4-day work weeks; no nights, weekends, on-call shifts, or holidays
- Lakeway Veterinary Clinic is a two-doctor small animal practice in Lakeway, Texas, known for a supportive culture, high-quality medicine, and outstanding client service.
- A supportive, “better together” team that genuinely helps each other.
- Leaders who listen.
- As a Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant here, your ideas are valued and your contributions are appreciated.
- Mentorship and growth.
- Every Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant here gets ongoing training and mentoring to grow and advance their career.
- You’ll Do Triage patients and obtain thorough histories, vitals, and assessments
Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, and procedures
- Provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care from intake through discharge
- Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed
- Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, fluid therapy, and sample collection
Take high-quality radiographs and maintain imaging standards
- Run in-house lab testing, including CBC/chemistry, urinalysis, cytology, and fecals
- Support surgical and dental procedures, including prep, monitoring, recovery, and instrument care
- Monitor anesthesia and patient vitals during procedures
- Educate clients with compassion, clarity, and confidence
- Maintain accurate medical records and patient charts
- Take part in ongoing training and growth opportunities
- Responsibilities may vary based on hospital needs as well as your experience, training, certifications, credentials, and assigned responsibilities.
Requirements
- Experience as a veterinary technician or veterinary assistant
Comfort in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Confidence in patient handling and basic technical skills, or a strong willingness to learn
- Client care or veterinary reception experience is a plus A passion for patient care, client service, and teamwork
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift [Weight] lbs with assistance Veterinary technician licensure is welcomed but not required
Preferred
- Veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience preferred; client care experience a plus
- We’re looking for a Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant who’s passionate about patient care, client service, and teamwork.
Benefits
- Highlights Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee pet discounts
- Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state veterinary technician license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance
- Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program
- Looking for a clinic where your contributions are valued, your growth is supported, and there’s no ego or drama?
- Why You’ll Love It Here A schedule you’ll love.
- No egos, no drama.
- We celebrate you.
- Birthdays, milestones, and the little wins that matter.
- Little extras.
- A fridge always stocked with drinks and snacks, real lunch breaks, and occasional coffee runs, ice cream parties, and meals on us.
- You Can’t Beat Financial Benefits A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan Flexible Spending Account (full-time only) 529 Savings Plan Tuition Support Program Referral bonus program
- Benefits Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only) Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only) Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service).
- In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
- Sick Time / Paid Time Off Free or discounted lab work for all employee pets
- Pet discounts on services and products
- Pet food discount program
- Workplace Benefits Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program State veterinary technician license reimbursement VTNE exam fee reimbursement
- Professional development opportunities
Continuing education allowance
- Uniform allowance Lifestyle Benefits Six paid holidays (full-time only) Employee Assistance Program Employee discount program
- Help us provide exceptional care to the pets and families of Lakeway.
- Apply today and join the team at Lakeway Veterinary Clinic!
Monday through Friday with 4-day work weeks, and no nights, weekends, on-call shifts, or holidays.
