Job Description

Join an Amazing Veterinary Team!
Veterinary Technician Assistant – VCA Premier Animal Hospital & Pet Resort
Cedar Park / North Austin, TX

Are you passionate about animals and committed to providing exceptional care? Do you thrive in a team environment and love connecting with clients? VCA Premier Animal Hospital & Pet Resort is looking for a dedicated Veterinary Technician Assistant to join our incredible team!

We’ve proudly served the North Austin community for over 15 years, and we’re passionate about providing high-quality medicine, compassionate care, and a supportive work culture that promotes teamwork, mentorship, and work/life balance

Why You'll Love Working With Us

For over 20 years, our six-doctor practice has proudly served the North Austin community. At VCA Premier, we focus on quality medicine, personalized client care, and building a healthy, supportive work culture. Whether you're an experienced tech or just starting your career, you'll find room to grow, learn, and thrive here.

What We Offer:

• Hands-on experience with advanced tools: digital radiography, dental X-ray, ultrasound, and cold laser therapy
• Career development support CE allowance, tuition reimbursement, mentorship, and leadership training
• A healthy work-life balance We prioritize your well-being just as much as our patients'
• A compassionate, fun-loving team that celebrates your growth and individuality

What We’re Looking For:

We’re seeking a motivated, team-oriented candidate with strong communication and multitasking skills. Ideally, you have has 6–12 months of experience in a kennel or technician assistant role —but we’re also open to training the right person with a great attitude and willingness to learn.

What You’ll Do:

Veterinary Technician Assistants are vital to the success of our team. You'll work closely with our technicians, doctors, and clients, helping to ensure top-notch care for our patients and seamless service for their families.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with patient exams, treatments, and restraint
• Running in-house lab tests and filling prescriptions
• Supporting hospitalized patient care
• Helping with digital radiographs
• Maintaining clean and organized workspaces
• Supporting front desk and clerical duties as needed
• Providing excellent client education and service
• Be an advocate for your patients and a supportive resource for your teammates

This role offers an excellent entry point into the veterinary field with opportunities for advancement in both clinical and leadership paths.

What We Offer:

VCA is committed to supporting your career and well-being. Here are just a few of the benefits available to you:

✅ Competitive wages
✅ Medical, dental & vision insurance
✅ Paid vacation & sick time
✅ 401(k) plan
✅ Tuition support & CE allowance
✅ Vet tech license reimbursement
✅ Leadership & career development programs
✅ Free wellness resources (e.g., Headspace)
✅ Generous pet discounts
✅ Paid parental leave & disability coverage
✅ Strong community outreach & charity partnerships

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re ready to be part of a collaborative, caring, and fun-loving veterinary team, we’d love to hear from you! Whether you're just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, VCA Premier is the place to grow.

Current VCA associates should apply through Workday. This job description reflects the general scope of responsibilities but is not an exhaustive list. Duties may be modified based on evolving hospital needs.

If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.