Veterinary Assistant or Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), Part-Time

Job overview

The Veterinary Assistant or Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), Part-Time role is onsite in Houston, TX. Pay is $22–$25 per hour. The role works alongside experienced doctors of veterinary medicine (DVMs) to provide animal care and support hospital operations, with a stated focus on feline care. The position supports veterinary clinicians through examinations, treatments, diagnostics, surgery assistance, patient handling, client updates, medication administration, and medical-record maintenance. These duties contribute to patient well-being and smooth hospital operations under veterinary supervision where specified.

What you'll do

• Conduct physical exams, administer treatments, and perform diagnostic procedures, including sample collection and in-house lab tests
• assist veterinarians with surgeries and monitor anesthesia and recovery under supervision
• gather histories and triage patients
• safely handle and restrain animals
• update clients and explain treatment plans under veterinarian direction
• fill prescriptions, administer medications, document treatments and controlled-drug logs, and maintain patient records
• assist with training new employees, float between departments, and participate in staff meetings and reviews.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

veterinary assistant

licensed veterinary technician

part-time

houston tx

animal care

feline care

veterinary hospital

diagnostics

surgery assistance

patient records

weekend availability

on-call schedule

$22–$25 per hour

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Open availability, including weekends, is required. The posting includes participation in on-call schedules. The role is described as an opportunity for a Veterinary Assistant or Credentialed Veterinary Technician.

About the employer

Companion Pet Partners, LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Veterinary Services. Sector: 54.