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Description & Requirements
🐾 Veterinary Technician
Full-Time | Texarkana, TX
Westridge Animal Hospital is a high-volume, 5-doctor small animal practice seeking a Veterinary Technician (credentialed or experienced) to join our close-knit, supportive team. We’re proud of the strong relationships we’ve built—with our clients, our patients, and each other—and we’re looking for someone who shares that same passion and work ethic.
🏥 About the Hospital
- High-volume dog and cat general practice
- 5-doctor team with strong technician utilization
- Long-standing client base—many families have trusted us for 30 years
- Partnered with local rescues and community organizations
- A tight-knit, team-first culture where people genuinely enjoy working together
💼 What You’ll Do
- Assist veterinarians with exams, diagnostics, and treatments
- Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and administer medications/fluids
- Monitor anesthesia and support surgical and dental procedures
- Take radiographs and process laboratory samples
- Maintain accurate patient records and support patient care flow
- Educate clients on preventive care and treatment plans
- Support a fast-paced environment while delivering compassionate, high-quality care
🌟 What Makes This Role Different
- High-volume environment = you’ll stay busy and continue building your skills every day
- A team that truly feels like family—supportive, hardworking, and drama-free
- Strong focus on training and mentorship—many team members were developed in-house
- Opportunity to be part of a hospital where your work genuinely matters to both patients and clients
? What We’re Looking For
- Veterinary Technician experience preferred, but not required
- Strong technical skills or a willingness to learn and grow quickly
- Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
- A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and team-first mindset
- Passion for patient care and building relationships with clients
🕒 Schedule
- Monday–Friday between shifts, 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Typically 4 days a week, 10-hour shifts
- No weekend appointments (occasional rotating inpatient care only)
- Standard holidays observed
🌟 Why Join Westridge Animal Hospital?
We’re more than just a hospital—we’re a team that truly shows up for each other. Our clients trust us, our team supports one another, and our work makes a real difference every day.
If you’re looking for a Veterinary Technician role in Texarkana where you can grow, stay challenged, and be part of something meaningful, we’d love to connect.