Vet Technician

Full-time Veterinary Technician - Vet Assistant at Bee Cave Veterinary Clinic (Austin, TX) Competitive pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour Benefits Paid time off (PTO) Health insurance A retirement plan Employee pet healthcare discounts Employee assistance program Bonus and referral program Professional education benefits About Bee Cave Veterinary Clinic We take pride in delivering personalized, compassionate care to patients and their guardians. Our team fosters a welcoming environment for both clients and pets. We strive to ensure our employees have a healthy work-life balance while offering competitive wages and excellent benefits that show our appreciation. Join our caring and supportive team and become part of a veterinary medicine organization that values contributions and supports career development. A Day in the Life as a Veterinary Technician - Vet Assistant Assists with surgeries by preparing patients, placing IVs, and supporting our doctors during procedures. Takes X‑rays, places catheters, and performs venipuncture with ease. Engages with clients, answering questions, providing health tips, and educating pet owners on preventative care. Contributes to front desk operations by scheduling appointments and maintaining health records. Helps keep the clinic clean, safe, and welcoming—feeding pets, cleaning enclosures, and even taking them for walks when needed. A key role in delivering exceptional care to patients and their families. You’ll work 36–40 hours per week, with no weekends. Our clinic is open: Monday and Wednesday 7:00 am – 7:00 pm Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 7:00 am – 5:00 pm What it Takes to Be Successful in This Role Veterinary Assisting experience Thorough understanding of patient care Expertise in conducting detailed history-taking for exams Strong knowledge of surgical procedures, medication, and diagnostics Effectively communicates the full benefits of recommended dental services Adept at educating clients on the importance of vaccines and use of heartworm, flea, and tick preventatives Strong communication, time management, detail-oriented, and customer service skills Team player Must have the ability to pass a background check and drug screening test We’d prefer a candidate with at least one year of surgical assisting experience, but we will train the right person. Experience taking X‑rays, performing dental prophylaxis, or using Shepherd software would be a bonus. #J-18808-Ljbffr