Veterinary Technician - ICU

Job Title

VCA Dallas Animal Specialty Hospital (formerly VCA Animal Diagnostic Clinic) is seeking an enthusiastic Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our growing Intensive Care Unit (ICU) team!

Location: 17727 Dallas Pkwy, Dallas, TX 75287

Salary: $22 - $27/hour, based on experience.

Differential pay for swing/overnight/weekend shifts.

Schedule: Full-Time, 4-5 days a week

Our brand-new, 25,000 sq. ft. hospital is one of the most advanced in the region, featuring cutting-edge technology.

At VCA, we are committed to growth, mentorship, and career development for every team member. Our hospital culture encourages continuous learning, innovation, and support. Whether you're early in your veterinary career or looking to expand your skills, this is a place where you can grow alongside a world-class medical team that values your contributions and well-being.

Veterinary Technician Duties

• Anesthesia monitoring/recovery
• Patient intubation
• Venipuncture / IVC placement
• Central line maintenance
• Feeding tube placement and/or management
• Chest tube management
• Urinary catheter placement and/or management
• ECG monitoring
• Surgical site and wound monitoring
• Follow chemotherapy and infectious disease protocols
• Perform physical therapy on post-op patients
• Provide supplemental oxygen to critical patients
• Participate in CPR
• Calculate drug doses
• Reconstitute drugs
• Administer SQ, IV, IM injections
• Obtain and submit lab samples
• Work collaboratively with team members of all hospital services
• Maintain thorough medical records
• Assist clinicians with exams and procedures
• Client education/communication
• Provide compassionate care for all patients

We are passionate about our team's health and wellness and continue to foster a culture where asking questions is welcome, and training is the expectation. At VCA, we are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. We support a work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve while supporting a work-life balance.

This role is suited for the experienced veterinary assistant, but we are also excited to provide developmental training to someone who is just getting started and wants to move forward in their career at a hospital that provides an array of opportunities to develop a multitude of skills.

Candidates must be positive and motivated. The hospital team meets frequently, and your ideas and suggestions are encouraged to help us continue to grow. Our team takes pride in fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and recognition while being adaptable, goal-driven, and engaged. We work hard to protect our culture and ensure we hire associates who are going to have the determination to rise above obstacles, wear multiple hats, and work as a team. Ready to grow with a collaborative and supportive team?

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts, and more!

We look forward to getting to know you. Apply today!

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement, please see our career page at vcacareers.com