Top 207 Animal technician Jobs in Irving, Tx

Veterinary Technician / Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT/RVT/CVT)
CityVet Oak Lawn —Dallas, TX
- $18 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Outpatient experience
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Veterinary Technician Assistant
HEAL Vet —Dallas, TX
- $17 - $19 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Inpatient
- Patient care
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Veterinary Technician for ICU and Nursing - Overnights - $2k Sign On Bonus!
MedVet —Dallas, TX
- From $21 an hour
- Overnight shift
- Background check
- Patient monitoring
- Pass drug screening
- Continuing education credits
- Paid parental leave
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Experienced Veterinary Technician
Parker Animal and Bird Clinic —Plano, TX
- $26 - $36 an hour
- Full-time
- Spanish
- 5 years
- In-person
- Continuing education credits
- Paid time off
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Veterinary surgical tech
PET VET ANIMAL HOSPITAL —Farmers Branch, TX
- From $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Anatomy knowledge
- Patient monitoring
- Surgery
- Health insurance
- Employee discount
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Animal Care Technician
City of Irving Texas —Irving, TX
- $18.17 - $23.93 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Spanish
- No experience needed
- English
- Health insurance
Animal Technician, Animal Resource Center
UT Southwestern —Dallas, TX
- Weekends as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- University
- Entry level
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Kennel Technician
Puppy Dreams —Arlington, TX
- $12 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- No experience needed
- In-person
- Entry level
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Veterinary Technician, Patient Care
Ethos Veterinary Health —Dallas, TX
- $20 - $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Inpatient
- English
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Veterinary Technician
truBOND Veterinary Center —Colleyville, TX
- $18 - $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Clinic experience
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Veterinary Technician
CityVet —Dallas, TX
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Veterinary Technician Assistant (Dallas)
Archer Blackmon Management LLC —Dallas, TX
- 8 hour shift
- Spanish
- High school diploma or GED
- 1 year
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
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Veterinary Technician I, Animal Resource Center
UT Southwestern —Dallas, TX
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Surgery
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Veterinary Assistant/Technician
Vickery Place Animal Hospital —Dallas, TX
- $16 - $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Scent Tech ~ Groomer In Training (Optional)
Scenthound Euless, TX —Euless, TX
- $17 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Cleaning
- Entry level
- Under 1 year
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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Kennel Technician
Vickery Place Animal Hospital —Dallas, TX
- Full-time
- Military encouraged
- Cleaning
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Senior Animal Technician, Animal Resource Center
UT Southwestern —Dallas, TX
- Weekends as needed
- English
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Kennel Technician
Town of Sunnyvale —Sunnyvale, TX
- $20.00 - $24.67 an hour
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Children
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Veterinary Technician Assistant
CityVet —Dallas, TX
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Research Animal Technician I
Texas A&M University —Dallas, TX
- From $17.78 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- High school diploma or GED
- University
- Organizational skills
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Veterinary Technician / Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT/RVT/CVT)

CityVet Oak Lawn
Dallas, TX

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Job Details

Full-time
$18 - $25 an hour

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Uniform allowance
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Opportunities for advancement
Life insurance
Referral program

Qualifications

Companion animal handling
Customer communication
Teamwork
Medical scheduling
High school diploma or GED
Dental terminology
Attention to detail
Organizational skills
Veterinary technician experience

Full Job Description

The Veterinary Technician is responsible for delivering exceptional patient care while supporting the Veterinarian in providing efficient, high-quality medical services. Veterinary Technicians perform technical nursing duties, coordinate patient care, communicate with clients, and contribute to the overall operational success of the hospital.

Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT/RVT/CVT) utilize advanced technical skills and clinical judgment to perform credentialed medical procedures within the scope of their state veterinary practice act. They also serve as mentors to the medical team while promoting high standards of patient care and hospital efficiency.

Essential Responsibilities

Clinical Patient Care

Assist the Veterinarian during examinations, treatments, surgery, dentistry, and medical procedures.
Prepare patients for examinations and surgery.
Safely restrain patients for examinations and treatments.
Perform efficient patient triage according to hospital protocols and patient needs.
Monitor hospitalized patients and promptly report changes in physical or behavioral condition.
Complete technician appointments, work-ins, walk-ins, and outpatient treatments under doctor supervision.
Admit and discharge patients according to the Veterinarian's treatment plan.
Monitor anesthesia patients throughout induction, maintenance, and recovery.
Maintain accurate anesthesia monitoring records.

Advanced Technical Procedures

IV catheter placement
Venipuncture and blood collection
Blood pressure monitoring
Intravenous fluid therapy
Diagnostic radiographs
Dental radiographs
Dental prophylaxis
ECG/EKG monitoring
Laboratory sample collection
Urinalysis
Cytology preparation
Skin scrapings
Fecal examinations
Fungal cultures
Ear cytology
Diagnostic sample preparation
Vaccine administration
Medication administration (oral, injectable, topical)
Fluid administration
Bandaging and wound care
Catheter management

Surgery & Dentistry

Prepare surgical suites and instruments.
Assist with patient preparation and surgical positioning.
Prepare sterile packs and surgical equipment.
Monitor anesthetized patients.
Recover surgical patients safely.
Assist during dental procedures.
Perform dental cleanings and dental radiographs when permitted by state law.
Maintain surgery suite cleanliness and organization.

Medical Documentation

Accurately enter all medical records into ezyVet.
Record treatments, diagnostics, laboratory results, and doctor directives.
Document anesthesia monitoring and recovery.
Maintain complete and legally compliant patient records.

Laboratory Responsibilities

Collect, prepare, and submit laboratory samples.
Perform in-house laboratory diagnostics.
Coordinate outside laboratory submissions.
Verify laboratory results are entered into patient records.
Maintain laboratory equipment and supplies.

Client Communication & Education

Educate clients regarding:

Wellness care
Vaccination schedules
Preventative medicine
Surgical aftercare
Medication administration
Recovery expectations
Hospitalization updates
Nutrition recommendations
Parasite prevention
Home monitoring instructions

Additional responsibilities include:

Prepare treatment plans and estimates.
Obtain informed consent.
Explain payment plans and wellness plans.
Process approved prescription refills.
Ensure proper medication storage and handling.

Operational Responsibilities

Coordinate workflow between Veterinarians, Veterinary Assistants, Animal Care Attendants, Groomers, and Client Service Specialists.
Maintain efficient patient flow.
Support appointment scheduling and technician appointments.
Maintain exam rooms, treatment areas, and surgery suites.
Ensure OSHA and infection control compliance.
Stock medical supplies.
Assist with inventory management.
Report equipment maintenance needs.
Complete opening and closing duties.
Perform additional duties assigned by leadership.

Leadership Responsibilities

(Expected of Licensed Veterinary Technicians and senior Veterinary Technicians.)

Mentor Veterinary Assistants and new technicians.
Assist in onboarding and training.
Demonstrate hospital medical standards.
Promote teamwork and positive communication.
Support workflow improvements.
Serve as a clinical resource for the medical team.

Qualifications

Veterinary Technician

High School Diploma or GED.
Minimum two year of veterinary experience preferred.
Knowledge of veterinary terminology.
Knowledge of animal handling and restraint.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Ability to stand, bend, walk, and lift throughout the day.
Strong communication and organizational skills.

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT/RVT/CVT)

In addition to the above:

Active LVT/RVT/CVT license in good standing.
Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology Program.
Maintain required continuing education.
Demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge.
Ability to perform licensed procedures according to state law.
Ability to mentor and develop other team members.

Core Competencies

Patient Advocacy
Client Service Excellence
Clinical Knowledge
Critical Thinking
Professional Communication
Time Management
Teamwork
Adaptability
Emotional Intelligence
Initiative
Attention to Detail
Accountability
Safety Awareness
Compassion
Continuous Learning

Career Development

Potential career advancement opportunities include:

Veterinary Technician II
Veterinary Technician III
Lead Veterinary Technician
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Assistant Practice Manager
Practice Manager

Distinguishing Responsibilities for Licensed Veterinary Technicians

Licensed Veterinary Technicians may additionally:

Perform advanced nursing procedures within state law.
Induce, monitor, and recover anesthesia independently where permitted.
Perform dental prophylaxis and dental radiography.
Provide advanced clinical judgment during patient care.
Mentor and train medical staff.
Lead quality improvement initiatives.
Assist with protocol development and medical workflow improvements.

Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Uniform allowance
Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Veterinary technician: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

LVT/RVT/CVT (Preferred)

Shift availability:

Day Shift (Preferred)
Night Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

Dallas, TX 75219 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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