Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Technician Pet Hospital of South Collins – Arlington, TX – is looking for a Veterinary Technician to join our team as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community. 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 Professional communication with patients, team members and clients 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. 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 Pet Hospital of South Collins offers primary services for cats and dogs in Arlington, Mansfield, Grand Prairie, and Ft. Worth area. We specialize in wellness and preventive care, rehabilitation, acupuncture, and physical therapy. The hospital is feline‑friendly and Fear‑Free certified. Benefits 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr