Entry Level Veterinary Technician Jobs
New grad veterinary technician jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a hands-on externship can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Animal Care & Pet Services, Education, and Retail, with employers like Banfield Pet Hospital, NVA, and VCA Animal Hospitals hiring at this level now.
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Full-Time or Part-Time | Small Animal General Practice
Animal Hospital of Lubbock is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our established three-doctor small animal practice in Lubbock, TX.
We're looking for a dependable, team-oriented technician who enjoys staying busy, building relationships with clients and coworkers, and using a broad range of clinical skills. You'll be joining an experienced team with several long-tenured employees who know our hospital, clients, and patients well and genuinely care about the work they do.
About Animal Hospital of Lubbock
Animal Hospital of Lubbock is a busy small animal veterinary practice providing comprehensive medical care for dogs and cats in the Lubbock community.
Our technicians are involved throughout the patient visit and currently work across multiple areas of the hospital. As our team continues to grow, we're working toward creating additional opportunities for technicians to rotate between exam rooms, surgery, and patient care based on experience, skill level, and professional interests.
What You'll Do
As a Veterinary Technician, responsibilities may include:
- Assist veterinarians with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures
- Obtain patient histories and vital signs
- Safely handle and restrain dogs and cats
- Perform venipuncture and IV catheter placement
- Collect and process laboratory samples
- Run in-house laboratory diagnostics
- Take and process digital radiographs
- Prepare patients and equipment for surgery
- Monitor anesthesia and support surgical recovery
- Assist with dental procedures
- Administer medications, vaccines, and prescribed treatments
- Provide nursing care for hospitalized patients
- Perform technician appointments
- Educate clients on medications, treatments, and preventive care
- Maintain accurate medical records
- Maintain clean, organized treatment areas and medical equipment
- Work collaboratively with veterinarians and support staff to maintain efficient hospital flow
- Previous Veterinary Technician experience required
- Credentialed and experienced non-credentialed technicians are welcome to apply
- Strong patient handling and veterinary nursing skills
- Surgery and anesthesia experience is a plus
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced small animal hospital
- Strong communication and client service skills
- Dependable, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities
- Takes initiative and recognizes where support is needed
- Collaborative approach and respect for experienced teammates
- Adaptable and open to continued learning and change
- Avimark experience is a plus, but not required
Schedule
Full-Time and Part-Time opportunities available
- Hospital hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-6:00 PM
- Rotating Saturdays: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM
- Full-time schedules based on hospital needs
- Part-time candidates must be available for 2-3 full shifts per week
Benefits for eligible team members may include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Health Savings Account
- Paid time off
- Employee pet care discounts
At Animal Hospital of Lubbock, you'll join a hardworking and supportive veterinary team with deep knowledge of the hospital and strong relationships with our clients and one another.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced technician who wants variety in their day and the ability to continue developing skills across exam rooms, surgery, anesthesia, dentistry, diagnostics, and patient care.
If you're searching for a Veterinary Technician job in Lubbock, TX where you can use your experience while continuing to learn and grow, we'd like to hear from you.
Apply today to join Animal Hospital of Lubbock.
Full-Time or Part-Time | Small Animal General Practice
Animal Hospital of Lubbock is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our established three-doctor small animal practice in Lubbock, TX.
We're looking for a dependable, team-oriented technician who enjoys staying busy, building relationships with clients and coworkers, and using a broad range of clinical skills. You'll be joining an experienced team with several long-tenured employees who know our hospital, clients, and patients well and genuinely care about the work they do.
About Animal Hospital of Lubbock
Animal Hospital of Lubbock is a busy small animal veterinary practice providing comprehensive medical care for dogs and cats in the Lubbock community.
Our technicians are involved throughout the patient visit and currently work across multiple areas of the hospital. As our team continues to grow, we're working toward creating additional opportunities for technicians to rotate between exam rooms, surgery, and patient care based on experience, skill level, and professional interests.
What You'll Do
As a Veterinary Technician, responsibilities may include:
- Assist veterinarians with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures
- Obtain patient histories and vital signs
- Safely handle and restrain dogs and cats
- Perform venipuncture and IV catheter placement
- Collect and process laboratory samples
- Run in-house laboratory diagnostics
- Take and process digital radiographs
- Prepare patients and equipment for surgery
- Monitor anesthesia and support surgical recovery
- Assist with dental procedures
- Administer medications, vaccines, and prescribed treatments
- Provide nursing care for hospitalized patients
- Perform technician appointments
- Educate clients on medications, treatments, and preventive care
- Maintain accurate medical records
- Maintain clean, organized treatment areas and medical equipment
- Work collaboratively with veterinarians and support staff to maintain efficient hospital flow
- Previous Veterinary Technician experience required
- Credentialed and experienced non-credentialed technicians are welcome to apply
- Strong patient handling and veterinary nursing skills
- Surgery and anesthesia experience is a plus
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced small animal hospital
- Strong communication and client service skills
- Dependable, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities
- Takes initiative and recognizes where support is needed
- Collaborative approach and respect for experienced teammates
- Adaptable and open to continued learning and change
- Avimark experience is a plus, but not required
Schedule
Full-Time and Part-Time opportunities available
- Hospital hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-6:00 PM
- Rotating Saturdays: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM
- Full-time schedules based on hospital needs
- Part-time candidates must be available for 2-3 full shifts per week
Benefits for eligible team members may include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Health Savings Account
- Paid time off
- Employee pet care discounts
At Animal Hospital of Lubbock, you'll join a hardworking and supportive veterinary team with deep knowledge of the hospital and strong relationships with our clients and one another.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced technician who wants variety in their day and the ability to continue developing skills across exam rooms, surgery, anesthesia, dentistry, diagnostics, and patient care.
If you're searching for a Veterinary Technician job in Lubbock, TX where you can use your experience while continuing to learn and grow, we'd like to hear from you.
Apply today to join Animal Hospital of Lubbock.
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Entry Level Veterinary Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level veterinary technician job?
Employers hiring at the entry level look for candidates who have completed an accredited veterinary technology program, hold or are pursuing Veterinary Technician National Examination certification, and have hands-on experience from externships or clinical rotations. A strong letter of recommendation from a supervising veterinarian, a clear record of patient-handling skills, and willingness to work weekends or overnight shifts give candidates a real edge at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level veterinary technicians?
Companies hiring entry level veterinary technicians right now include Banfield Pet Hospital, NVA, and VCA Animal Hospitals, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. At this level, hiring comes from a mix of general practice clinics, specialty and emergency animal hospitals, and large veterinary corporate groups that run structured onboarding programs for new professionals.
Are there remote entry level veterinary technician jobs?
Yes, though most roles in this field are hands-on and on-site. About 1% of entry level veterinary technician openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with remote work typically limited to roles in veterinary telehealth, client education, or veterinary insurance review rather than direct patient care positions.
Are these new grad veterinary technician jobs?
Yes. These listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior veterinary technician roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts externships or clinical rotations toward the requirement, or states that candidates working toward their VTNE certification are encouraged to apply. A portfolio of clinical skills developed during school carries real weight at this stage.
Which industries hire the most entry level veterinary technicians?
Entry Level veterinary technician roles concentrate in Animal Care & Pet Services, Education, and Retail, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive hiring at the entry level because they have consistent patient volume, benefit from credentialed support staff, and often run mentorship or residency-style programs designed to bring new graduates up to speed quickly.