Come join our amazing team!

Fort Worth, TX

Mellina Animal Hospital is looking to add a Veterinary Assistant/technician to a busy 3-doctor practice. Previous veterinary experience required. Seeking a positive-thinking individual capable of wearing many hats. The ideal candidate will have experience rooming patients, assisting in surgery, placing IV catheters, drawing blood, and running bloodwork, knowledge of x-rays and proper positioning, experience with proper animal handling and restraint, understanding the importance of client education, and being a positive and supportive team member.

The veterinary industry is constantly changing and advancing, and Mellina Animal Hospital encourages its staff to do the same. If you are an experienced Veterinary Technician looking to advance your career and share your skills and knowledge with a motivated staff, then we are excited to hear from you!  

Requirements:

• 2+ years of clinical veterinary experience (required) 
• Actively support veterinarians and other staff in daily patient and client care.
• Be an active listener, paying close attention to details.
• Prep and monitor patients for surgery, including proficiency in IV catheter placement.
• Phlebotomy
• Ability to calculate and administer injections.
• Observe the behavior and conditions of animals.
• Actively demonstrate dependability and the importance of work to clients, supervisors, and other employees.
• Participate in cross-training and are willing to work in all areas of the hospital.
• Easily adapt to situations that arise, such as emergencies, taking initiative, dealing with high volume on the phone, as well as in person.
• 10-hour shift
• Weekends as needed

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