Veterinary Technician

Job overview

The Veterinary Technician role is an onsite, full-time position in Houston, TX, paying $16 per hour. West Houston Veterinary Medical Associates aims to provide comfort and trust for pets and their people through routine wellness and advanced medical care. The technician supports veterinarians and patients during examinations, treatments, and procedures. The role contributes to clinical care through diagnostics, laboratory work, radiology, medication administration, client education, and accurate medical records.

What you'll do

• Provide nursing care during exams, treatments, and procedures
• assist veterinarians with diagnostics, surgery, and anesthesia monitoring
• perform laboratory testing, radiology, and patient assessments
• safely handle and restrain pets
• administer medications and vaccines as directed
• educate clients on treatment plans, preventive care, and post-visit instructions
• maintain accurate medical records.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

veterinary technician

houston tx

west houston veterinary medical associates

veterinary medicine

patient care

diagnostics

surgery assistance

anesthesia monitoring

laboratory testing

radiology

$16/hour

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• tuition reimbursement for an accredited veterinary technology program
• 401(k) with employer match
• paid time off and holidays
• training and career development
• paid license fees and dues
• continuing education allowance
• paid VTS specialization.

Why this role

Licensed, registered, or certified veterinary technician credentials are preferred, though equivalent experience may be considered.

About the employer

West Houston Veterinary Medical Associates is hiring for this role. Industry: Veterinary Services. Sector: 54.