Veterinary Technician - Emergency

Veterinary Technician – Emergency

Location: Dallas, TX

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Hillside Veterinary Clinic, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, is looking for a Veterinary Technician to join our team. You will receive support, tools and resources to elevate your skills while working in a locally rooted hospital with national Thrive benefits.

Hillside Veterinary Clinic provides primary and emergency care to dogs and cats in the greater Dallas area. The entire staff is committed to superior veterinary care and quality client satisfaction.

As a Veterinary Technician, you will play an important role in pets’ lives by providing comprehensive care throughout their journey. Your life‑changing work will include hands‑on care of outpatient treatments, performing laboratory tests, assisting in surgery, and supporting patients from admission to discharge.

• Required:
  
  2+ years of continuous emergency veterinary technician experience (direct animal/patient care required)
• LVT, RVT, CVT, VTS (ECC) encouraged to apply
• Desire to practice empathetic, gold‑standard medicine benefiting our patients
• Team oriented with the ability to collaborate and support each other
• Positive, kind, and trustworthy communication with patients, team members, and clients
• Desire to constantly grow and advance as a veterinary technician

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
• Assist with surgeries and procedures in accordance with state Veterinary Practice Act for credentialed veterinary technicians.
• Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments.
• Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems.
• Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts.
• Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and maintain clean, sterile, and organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.
• Guide, mentor, and support fellow team members.

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match
• Mental health resources, including 24/7 access to Lyra Health
• Paid parental leave
• Parental leave for when you adopt a pet
• Employer‑sponsored childcare and elder care
• Personalized care for every family‑forming journey
• Discretionary funds and free CE courses
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
• Student loan management tools and assistance

Vet‑founded and Austin‑born, Thrive Pet Healthcare has expanded to over 380 partner hospitals nationwide. It bridges general practice, urgent care, specialty, and emergency care while maintaining local identity and national resources.

We provide customizable professional development opportunities, a supportive work environment that values work‑life rhythms, and 24/7 mental health support.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we are committed to creating a culture where everyone from any background can be heard, respected, and valued.

Seniority Level: Entry level

Employment Type: Full‑time

Job Function: Health Care Provider