Veterinary Technician Veterinary Clinic of Pearland

Practice

The Veterinary Clinic of Pearland proudly serves the pets of Pearland, Alvin, Houston, S. Houston, Manvel, Friendswood, TX and surrounding areas with full-service small animal care. We have a beautiful, newly renovated facility featuring 5 exam rooms, an enhanced treatment area, modern reception, and more.

More about the Role

We are seeking a knowledgeable and compassionate Experienced Veterinary Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong clinical background and a passion for delivering exceptional patient care. This role involves performing a wide range of medical and technical duties, supporting our veterinarians, and helping provide an outstanding experience for our clients and their pets.

 

Responsibilities:

• Perform advanced technical skills, including anesthetic monitoring, surgical preparation/assistance, dental cleanings, radiology, laboratory diagnostics, and emergency triage.

• Provide gentle, safe, and effective animal handling and restraint.

• Communicate clearly with clients regarding treatment plans, medications, and follow-up care.

• Maintain accurate medical records and uphold clinic protocols for patient care and sanitation.

• Support hospital workflow by assisting veterinarians and collaborating with the entire care team.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2–3 years of veterinary technician experience (CVT/LVT/RVT preferred).

• Strong technical competency and confidence in both routine and emergency procedures.

• Excellent communication, multitasking, and problem-solving skills.

• Compassionate, reliable, and committed to a high standard of patient care.

Join our team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and the people who love them!

 

Hours of operation 9am to 6pm, and Saturdays 9am to 1 pm

Competencies

• Patience & Compassion: Remaining professional while still making teammates, clients, and patients feel as comfortable as possible regardless of the situation or challenges presented. Responding quickly and calmly to crisis while maintaining a high standard of patient care.
• Collaboration & Teamwork: Carefully coordinating actions with veterinarians and practice team members. Providing feedback appropriately and in a timely manner. Quickly incorporating feedback to ensure positive results. Sharing ideas and being open to other’s ideas.
• Communicating: Conveying instructions to clients and teammates to ensure successful patient care.
• Active Listening: Following the instructions of veterinarians and sometimes patient owners. Picking up the needs of veterinarians and teammates based on prior experiences and feedback.
• Organization Skills: Clear tracking of lab specimens, medications, patient instructions, workflow, and other job-related items while managing multiple patients and clients.
• Client Satisfaction: Ensuring all activities and interactions result in the highest level of client satisfaction.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
• Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, as well as providing client education.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs of the patient during surgery.
• Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures.
• Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the discretion of the veterinarian.
• Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment, and lab areas; restock exam rooms with supplies. Assist other team members to keep the public areas of the practice clean; clean and maintain all medical equipment.
• Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all interactions with clients; exercise compassion and care in all interactions with patients.
• Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members including client discussions, patient plans, client concerns, etc.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Ability to work on weekends as required
• Previous veterinary experience preferred
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance
• Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE
• Basic math and the ability to calculate medication dosages
• Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS office applications, etc.
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety

Benefits Offered

• Paid time off
• Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
• Retirement benefits or accounts
• Bonus incentive
• Flexible work schedules
• Career and professional development
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program

Benefits offered may vary depending on full or part time employment status according to company policy. 

Pay Range

USD $15.00 - USD $16.00 /Hr.