Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician

Vetcor; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Uniform allowance

Continuing education allowance

VTNE exam fee reimbursement

Pet discounts

Job summary

Pet Center Ltd. in Columbia Township, MO seeks an Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician to join a busy small‑animal practice. The role offers a full‑time schedule with a flexible 4‑day week and rotating Saturday shifts, rewarding growth, and robust benefits.

Experience with venipuncture, anesthesia, diagnostics, and client education is essential. Competitive compensation based on experience, plus 401(k) matching, tuition support, and pet discounts.

Qualifications

• Experience as a veterinary technician in a small animal practice.
• Licensure welcomed but not required.
• Strong venipuncture and IV catheter skills.
• Experience with anesthesia monitoring and surgical care.
• Proficiency with in-house laboratory procedures and radiographs.
• Excellent client communication and precise medical records.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate nursing care to patients and support veterinarians.
• Take patient histories, vitals, and weights, sharing findings with the vet.
• Perform venipuncture, place IV catheters, and collect diagnostic samples.
• Run in-house lab tests and assist with radiographs and dental care.
• Assist with surgery, anesthesia monitoring, and recovery.
• Educate clients on treatments and preventive care; maintain records.
• Keep treatment areas clean, stocked, and organized; support team collaboratively.

Skills

Veterinary technician experience

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Anesthesia monitoring

In-house laboratory procedures

Radiographs

Dental procedures

Client communication

Medical record-keeping

Teamwork

Education

Licensed veterinary technician (welcome)

Tools

In-house lab equipment

Radiography equipment

Job description

Who We Are

Pet Center Ltd. is Hiring an Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician!

Position Details

Role: Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician

Status: Full-time

Salary: Negotiable and based on experience and licensing

Schedule: Flexible 4-day work week with rotating Saturday shifts

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 pet discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition

Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state veterinary technician license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate

Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love It Here

• Predictable schedules and actual lunch breaks
• Scheduling flexibility that supports a healthy work‑life balance
• Rotating Saturday shifts, so you aren’t working every weekend
• A positive, supportive team built on teamwork and mutual respect
• A culture where you can show up as your awesome self
• A real commitment to professional growth: grow and learn, then learn and grow some more
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• The chance to use your veterinary technician skills to better your community
• Benefits that strengthen both body and mind

What Our Veterinary Technicians Do

• Provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care to every patient
• Work closely with our veterinarians and anticipate their needs to keep appointments and procedures running efficiently
• Obtain patient histories, TPRs, and weights, and share relevant findings with the veterinarian
• Safely handle and restrain patients using low‑stress techniques
• Perform venipuncture, place IV catheters, and collect diagnostic samples
• Run in‑house laboratory tests, including bloodwork, urinalysis, fecal exams, and cytology prep
• Take and assist with radiographs
• Administer medications, vaccines, fluids, and treatments as directed by the veterinarian
• Prepare patients for surgery and support anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Assist with dental cleanings and dental radiographs
• Monitor hospitalized patients and report changes or concerns right away
• Fill prescriptions accurately and explain medication instructions to clients
• Listen to clients (including why their dog or cat is the best one that has ever lived) and communicate clearly about their pet’s care
• Educate clients about treatments, preventive care, and their pet’s ongoing health needs
• Maintain accurate, thorough medical records
• Clean, sterilize, and maintain surgical instruments and equipment
• Keep treatment areas, exam rooms, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready to go
• Support your teammates with a positive, collaborative approach
• Keep learning and growing your veterinary technician skills

What You’ll Bring

• Experience as a veterinary technician (vet tech) in a small animal practice
• Veterinary technician licensure is welcome but not required
• Confident venipuncture and IV catheter placement skills
• Experience with anesthesia monitoring and surgical patient care
• Proficiency with in‑house laboratory procedures and diagnostic sample handling
• Experience taking radiographs, and dental experience is a plus
• Strong animal handling and restraint skills, with a low‑stress approach
• Knowledge of medication calculations and administration
• Excellent client communication and education skills
• Accurate, detailed medical record‑keeping
• The ability to anticipate needs and work efficiently in a busy practice
• A positive, team‑first attitude grounded in teamwork and mutual respect
• Eagerness to keep learning and growing
• Availability for rotating Saturday shifts
• A passion for pets and veterinary care that shines through every day

Financial Benefits

Benefits You Can’t Beat

• 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
• 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 or 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 veterinary technician 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

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Pet Center Ltd. 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.