Vet Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Big Thicket Veterinary Clinic
Veterinary Technician (Mixed Animal)
Location: Cleveland, TX
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday | No Weekends
Pay Range: Based on experience and licensing

Come join our great team!

Big Thicket Veterinary Clinic in Cleveland, TX is a mixed animal practice providing care for small animals and large animals. We are seeking a dependable, hardworking Veterinary Technician who enjoys variety in their day and is passionate about working with both companion animals and large animal patients. This is a great opportunity to expand your skills in a supportive, team-focused environment.

• Veterinary technician with prior clinical experience preferred
• Mixed animal or large animal experience is a plus (not required)
• Comfortable working with dogs, cats, and large animals including horses
• Confident with animal restraint and patient handling
• Willingness to assist with farm calls and ambulatory services when needed
• Dependable, adaptable, and able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Spanish-speaking is a plus but not required

• Assist veterinarians with small and large animal exams
• Provide restraint for dogs, cats, and large animal patients
• Assist with field calls and ambulatory appointments
• Monitor anesthesia and assist with surgical procedures
• Assist with equine and large animal procedures when needed
• Venipuncture and IV catheter placement (small animal)
• Laboratory procedures and in-house diagnostics
• Administer medications and treatments as directed
• Radiology positioning and safety protocols
• Hospitalized patient care and monitoring
• Client communication and education
• Maintain accurate medical records and charges
• Help maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the clinic and treatment areas

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Health, dental, vision, and mental health support (24/7 access)
• Generous PTO, paid parental leave, and holiday pay
• Annual Scrub Allowance
• Free RACE-approved CE platform, including VA and tech-specific content
• 401(k) with employer match
• Incentive programs recognizing team contributions to great care
• Personal pet care discounts at all CVP locations + Pet Insurance Discounts
• Internal mobility and advancement opportunities across the CVP network

If you're looking for a role where no two days are the same and you can work with both small animals and large animals, Big Thicket Veterinary Clinic in Cleveland is the perfect place to grow your career. Join a team that values collaboration, learning, and great patient care.