Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Technician Location: Galveston Veterinary Clinic - Galveston, TX Do you thrive in a high-volume environment where every day brings something new? Do you have a passion for providing excellent care to pets and supporting a veterinary team? We’re looking for a skilled Veterinary Technician to join our long-standing, community-focused hospital. As a Veterinary Technician at Galveston Veterinary Clinic, you’ll be hands‑on in patient care, assisting doctors with exams, procedures, surgery, and hospitalized patients. If you’re detail‑oriented, calm under pressure, and ready to make an impact on the lives of pets and their families, we’d love to meet you! Key Responsibilities Provide compassionate care to patients. Assist with exams, diagnostics, treatments, and client education. Administer medications, injections, IV fluids, and perform lab tests. Place IV catheters, draw blood, and perform radiology. Communicate with clients about treatment plans, discharges, and follow-ups. Prepare patients for surgery, monitor anesthesia, and support recovery. Maintain surgical instruments, equipment, and sterile procedures. Help maintain inventory, treatment areas, and medical records. What We’re Looking For 3+ years of veterinary technician experience (preferred). Licensed or unlicensed candidates welcome. Proficiency in anesthesia, surgical assistance, diagnostics, and patient handling. Strong communication and teamwork skills in a fast‑paced setting. Experience or interest in exotics, pocket pets, or large animals is a major plus. Ability to lift and handle pets up to 100 lbs (with team assistance). Some Saturdays and occasional Sundays required. Schedule Mon–Fri: 8:00 am–6:00 pm Sat: 8:00 am–1:00 pm Sun: Closed (except rare Sundays as scheduled) Compensation Competitive pay based on experience. Benefits National Veterinary Associates offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for eligible employees. Employees in Colorado may receive paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with Colorado law. Equal Opportunity Employer National Veterinary Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation. #J-18808-Ljbffr