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Veterinary Technician at VetCor in Gainesville, TX
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Job Description
Who we are:
Independence Equine & Small Animal Clinic is Hiring a Veterinary Technician!
Position Details
- Role: Experienced Equine Veterinary Technician
- Status: Full-time
- Salary: Negotiable and based on experience & licensure
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8 AM-5 PM. Weekends off!
- Requirements: Experience with horses is required
Benefits Highlights
- Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
- Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts
- Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance
- Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program
We’re growing—and we’re looking for a skilled, hardworking Equine / Large Animal Veterinary Technician to join our team! This is a full-time position for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality care to horses and large animal patients.
Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love
- Scheduling that fosters a proper work-life balance
- Opportunities to learn and grow
- Coworkers committed to your success
- Exceptional benefits to keep life awesome
What You’ll Do
- Assist veterinarians on farm calls and in-clinic procedures
- Support lameness exams, reproductive work, dentistry, surgery, and emergency care
- Administer medications, vaccines, IV fluids, and anesthesia monitoring
- Collect and run lab samples (blood, urine, fecal, etc.)
- Provide nursing care and patient monitoring
- Assist with radiographs, pre-purchase exams, and diagnostics
- Handle and restrain horses safely and confidently
- Communicate effectively with clients and educate on care
- Maintain inventory, equipment, and treatment areas
- Participate in daily barn care and hospitalized patient management
What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring
- Strong skills in restraint, handling, and safety
- Knowledge of common equine diseases, medications, and treatments
- Comfortable with IV catheter placement, injections, and anesthesia support
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong communication and client service skills
- Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Benefits You Can’t Beat
Financial Benefits
- A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
- 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
- Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
- 529 Savings Plan
- Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
- Referral bonus program
Wellness Benefits
- Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
- Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
- Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
- Sick Time / Paid Time Off
- Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
- Pet discounts on services and products
- Pet food discount program
Workplace Benefits
- Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
- State license reimbursement
- VTNE exam fee reimbursement
- Professional development opportunities
- Continuing education allowance
- Uniform allowance
Lifestyle Benefits
- Six paid holidays (full-time only)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discount program
Join Our Team!
We cannot wait to tell you more. Apply today!
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Independence Equine & Small Animal Clinic and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.