Veterinary Assistant / Vet Technician

Our Georgetown practice in Texas is looking for a skilled Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician to play an important role in our clinic. Our experienced doctors and staff perform a vast array of procedures, and we are looking for someone interested in this exciting, growth-oriented opportunity!

At NewDay Veterinary Care, we believe in delivering high quality medicine along with an exceptional client experience in a compassionate environment. With our innovative, comprehensive pet care experience, patients can experience veterinary care in a less stressful environment. A place where routine exams, diagnostics, vaccinations, and wellness programs are only a splash away from the pool and their best friends.

Located at Pet Paradise, NewDay Veterinary Care provides the highest level of care for our patients, while recognizing the importance of work-life balance and a team-oriented approach to medicine. With over 20 hospitals and growing, NewDay Veterinary Care aims to create a positive culture of engagement, community, partnership, and social relationships to maintain an environment fostering both personal and professional development.

Veterinary assistant / Veterinary technician

Essential Functions of the Veterinary Assistant/Technician Include

• Provide quality, compassionate, best-in-class care for our patients, while also maximizing clinic productivity
• Assist veterinarians with examinations and properly handle animals before, during, and after procedures
• Perform diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and ultrasound
• Clean, sterilize, and prepare kennels, exam rooms, and equipment
• Maintain and update medical charts, administer medications and treatments, and care for animals during their visit
• Professionally communicate basic diagnoses (such as ear infections, skin infections, intestinal parasites, etc.) to pet parents
• Additional functions for qualified technicians: Perform dental prophylaxis, place IVCs, venipuncture, and assist with surgeries

Qualifications

• At least six months of prior experience as a Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician
• Veterinary Technician licensure (RVT, LVT, CVT) preferred
• Lab, medical records, and SOAP knowledge
• Ability to read a fecal float, fecal direct, and ear/skin cytology