Veterinary Technician

Description Veterinary Technician Thrive Wylie Wylie, TX Full-Time Thrive Pet Healthcare is one of the first veterinary services offering a comprehensive continuum of care for pets’ primary, specialty, and acute needs. Through a nationwide community of over 360 veterinary providers, and an industry-leading membership program, Thrive Pet Healthcare provides personalized, accessible care through every stage of a pet’s life and health. Founded by veterinarians, the organization provides industry-first benefits for practice staff while elevating privately held veterinary hospitals with innovative service and technology solutions. By focusing on the needs of care providers and professional collaboration, Thrive Pet Healthcare is supporting the well-being of the industry and raising the national bar for veterinary excellence. Our Ideal Candidate: Passionate about animal care, highly motivated, and pays attention to detail. Our Veterinary Technicians are the heartbeat of our team and work side by side with our Veterinarians (DVMs) during procedures. A full-time position would require working between 30-40 hours a week, which includes a combination of day, evening, weekend, and holiday shifts. Job Duties: Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients. With each hospital function, 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. Monitoring and assessing patient’s status Collecting blood and other samples for testing Placing catheters 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. Experience & Skills Requirements: Veterinary technician licensure preferred, not required 1-2 years of clinical experience An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program preferred; or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, squatting, reach, standing, and walking throughout the day. Benefits – 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 parentalleave 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. Certain Benefits may be subject to waiting periods or length of service requirements. About Have a Heart Animal Hospital At Thrive Pet Healthcare - Falcon, we offer primary care for cats and dogs in the Katy/Houston areas. We provide wellness exams, vaccines, spay & neuter, dental, ultrasound, full-service hospital care, surgical services (foreign bodies, mass removal, c-section, & cystotomy), and end-of-life services. We are proud to be your family vet. We provide services 6 days a week, allowing flexibility and convenience for our clients. Who We Are Thrive Pet Healthcare is united by our mission to create the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. We exist to nurture both pets and people through meaningful relationships and exceptional veterinary care. Our Support Office teams' power that mission by supporting our hospitals through operational excellence, innovative programs, people-centered culture, and forward-thinking business solutions — all while having plenty of fun along the way. We nurture pets & people through meaningful relationships and exceptional pet care—and we are united by a shared set of values. Service – delivering exceptional service Empathy – leading with care Accountability – achieve meaningful outcomes Joy #J-18808-Ljbffr Thrive Pet Healthcare