About the Role

Penny Paws Animal Clinic is Hiring an Experienced or Credentialed Veterinary Technician!

Position Details

• Role: Veterinary Technician
• Status: Full-time
• Salary: Negotiable and based on experience & licensure
• Schedule:  Tuesday-Friday 7:45 am-6:15 pm

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

Who We Are:

At Penny Paws Animal Clinic, we’re a 2 doctor small animal practice located in San Antonio, and we’re known for high-quality medicine and client service. We’re looking for a Veterinary Technician who is passionate about patient care, client service, teamwork and excited to join a team that truly enjoys working together. If you’re looking for a clinic where your contributions are valued and your growth is supported, you may have just found your home.

Culture & Team

• A supportive team that genuinely helps each other (no egos, no drama)
• A “better together” culture—wins are shared and challenges aren’t faced alone
• A workplace where being yourself isn’t just allowed—it’s encouraged
• We celebrate birthdays, milestones, and the little wins that matter
• Leaders who listen, value your ideas, and appreciate your contributions

Schedule & Balance

• Predictable scheduling and respect for your time
• No nights / no holidays
• Rotating Saturdays so you still get your weekends
• Real lunch breaks (yes, actually)
• Flexibility when life happens 

Medicine Highlights

• Diverse caseload and the chance to use a wide variety of skills
• High standards of care with a team that’s proud of the medicine we practice
• Fear Free / low-stress handling focus

What You’ll Do

• Triage patients and obtain thorough histories, vitals, and patient assessments
• Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, and procedures
• Provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care to patients from intake through discharge
• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed
• Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, fluid therapy, and sample collection
• Obtain high-quality radiographs and maintain imaging standards • Run in-house laboratory testing (CBC/chemistry, urinalysis, cytology, fecals, etc.)
• Support surgical and dental procedures (prep, monitoring, recovery, instrument care)
• Monitor anesthesia and patient vitals during procedures; maintain accurate records
• Provide patient monitoring and supportive care (TPRs, pain scoring, wound care, etc.)
• Educate and communicate with clients on patient care, medications, discharge instructions, and preventative care
• Maintain clean, stocked treatment and exam areas; follow infection control protocols
• Accurately document patient care and treatments in the medical record
• Collaborate with the team to maintain an efficient workflow and positive hospital culture
• Participate in ongoing training and growth opportunities within the practice

Our team members should be ready to:

• Laugh — life is short; smile while you still have teeth
• Ask for help and offer help to others
• Grow and learn… then learn and grow some more
• Be empathetic to our clients, coworkers, and yourself
• Be a part of weekly and monthly meetings to encourage open communication and collaboration.
• Anticipate the needs of DVM staff, promoting efficiency and teamwork.

Benefits include:

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!

If you’ve made it this far, you might as well make it official — apply today!

Diversity Statement

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Penny Paws Animal Clinic and Vetcor. We’re committed to building an inclusive, equitable workplace where every team member feels safe being their authentic self, truly belongs, and is empowered to reach their full potential