Experienced Veterinary Technician

Prioritypetwildwood; Affton, Northern (MO, KY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL

Paid Bereavement Program

Paid Parental Leave Program

Continuing Education Allowance

Job summary

PriorityPet Urgent Care in Affton, MO, is hiring a Veterinary Technician to support fast-paced urgent care for injured and ill pets. The role involves triage, restraint, sample collection, imaging, anesthesia administration, and client communication in a state-of-the-art hospital.

Ideal candidates have ER/urgent care experience and a valid RVT license or active licensure in MO. We offer comprehensive benefits, paid time off, and continuing education support.

Qualifications

• Experience in ER/urgent care settings is required.
• Excellent client communication and medical record management skills.
• Proficient in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Perform animal restraint, triage, sample collection and lab analysis.
• Assist with radiographs, anesthesia and surgical procedures.
• Provide nursing care and monitor hospitalized patients.
• Communicate treatment plans clearly to clients.

Skills

ER/Urgent care experience

Animal restraint techniques

Client communication

Medical record management

Radiographic positioning

Anesthesia administration

Education

MO RVT license (preferred)

Veterinary technician degree

Job description

Are you looking for a meaningful veterinary career where you can make a real difference- not just for pets and their families, but also in a workplace that truly supports you?

PriorityPet Urgent Careis excited to be welcoming the community to our brand new, state-of-the-art hospital in Affton! We will open Thursday through Tuesday, from 4:00 pm to 12:00 midnight to provide accessible urgent care for pets when they need it most.

Our mission is simple: to provide high-quality, easy-to-access veterinary care with a promise that exceptional pet care is our highest priority. But we also believe that the best care starts with a healthy, positive work environment!That’s why we’re building a team that values:

We’re looking for individuals who are not only passionate about veterinary medicine but are also committed to nurturing a positive, respectful, and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

Job Description

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

• An experienced veterinary technician, 2+ year professional experience preferred but not required
  • A Registered Veterinary Technician with an active license in MO would be heavily preferred, but is not required
• Previous ER / Urgent Care experience is required for this position.
• Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts
• Availability to work some weekend shifts
• Excellent client communication and medical record management skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations
• Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques
• Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens
• Experience in radiographic positioning and image captureli>
• Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring
• Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards

The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.

Additional Information

We offer our staff:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applicable to licensed employees)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)

*Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit: https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/

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