Veterinary Technician - ICU

University of Calgary · Round Rock, TX · 3 wk ago

On-siteHealthcare$25–$27/hrFull-time

About the role

The Veterinary Technician position at Heart of Texas in Round Rock, TX is a full-time role with a 3-day, 12-hour shift from 7am-7:30pm, including one weekend day. Compensation is negotiable based on experience and credentials, with an expected starting range of $25 – $27 / hour.

Responsibilities

Assess and monitor ICU patients; trend vitals/pain/perfusion and report changes fast
Place and maintain IV catheters; perform blood draws and sample collection
Set up and manage fluids and CRIs as directed
Calculate and administer medications and treatments (IV/IM/SQ/PO)
Provide respiratory support and oxygen therapy; assist with advanced support as needed
Support emergencies and stabilization; stay CPR- and crash-cart ready
Run/support diagnostics and monitoring (in-house lab, ECG, BP) and imaging as needed
Provide inpatient nursing care and complete timely charting and logs

Requirements

At least 3 years of recent experience in veterinary practice (ER/ICU or specialty preferred)
Comfortable with ICU patient monitoring and hospitalized nursing care (treatment sheets, I&O, post-op monitoring)
Excellent communication skills in a fast-paced ICU/ER environment
Credentialed Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT) preferred
Proficiency with core ICU technical skills: IV catheter placement, venipuncture, medication administration, oxygen therapy, and in-house diagnostics
High school diploma or GED
Willing to work on weekends and holidays

Qualifications

Highly motivated individuals with a passion for veterinary care are encouraged to apply. No experience is necessary as we provide comprehensive training and support.

Skills

Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team are essential. Proficiency with veterinary software and a positive attitude are also valued.

Benefits

Competitive pay
401(k) with employer match
Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health
Paid parental leave
Purr-ental leave for when you adopt a pet
Subsidized backup childcare and elder care
Expert advice, support and network discounts for fertility and family planning
FREE CE courses
Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
Student loan support tools and assistance

About the hospital

Heart of Texas Veterinary Specialty Center is a 24-hour emergency and specialty referral hospital serving the Round Rock area. We are AAHA accredited and Fear Free Certified, and we invest heavily in our teams' growth and development. Our specialty services include surgery, internal medicine, oncology, and Dentistry & Oral Surgery, and we are committed to compassionate, high-quality care. We foster an emotionally intelligent workplace and strive to support a healthy work/life balance.

About Thrive

Thrive Pet Healthcare creates the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. Today, its network of 360+ primary, emergency, and specialty hospitals across the U.S. cares for pets of all ages and health needs, while portfolio companies provide tools and technology that help veterinary teams work smarter and deliver better care. Thrive invests in its people—through mentorship, leadership programs, continuing education, and well-being initiatives—so teams can grow and feel supported. For pet owners, convenient solutions such as a mobile app, digital booking, Thrive PlusTM membership, HereFurYou Helpline, an online pharmacy and flexible financial options* make accessing quality care simpler— giving families the peace of mind their pets deserve. Learn more at thrivepetcare.com. We welcome you to join our story and join where #WeThriveTogether.