Registered Veterinary Technician

Socket.dev; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Professional development

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Crysler Animal Hospital in Independence, MO is hiring a full-time Registered Veterinary Technician to provide skilled patient care and client service. The role involves assisting veterinarians with exams, surgeries, anesthesia, and recovery, while maintaining accurate medical records and ensuring safety.

The ideal candidate has RVT certification, strong animal handling skills, and experience with lab work and radiographs.

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technician certification required.
• Experience with animal care, client communication and veterinary procedures.
• Familiarity with safety guidelines and hospital workflows.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate care instructions and status updates to clients clearly.
• Perform lab work, radiographs, injections and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.

Skills

RVT certification

Animal handling

Client communication

Veterinary procedures

Tools

Radiographs

Lab equipment

Job description

Veterinary Technician

Salary: $21.00-$25.00 per hour dependent on skills and experience, $2000 sign on bonus

Schedule: This is a full-time position with a typical schedule of three and a half days per week, and rotating Saturdays. The hospital is open Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

Crysler Animal Hospital is hiring a full-time Registered Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

What to Expect

• A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees
• Professional development opportunities
• [one additional differentiating benefit]

Key Responsibilities:

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates
• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Qualifications:

• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) certification is required.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA and hospital safety guidelines.

About Crysler Animal Hospital

Welcome to Crysler Animal Hospital, where the veterinarians treat every pet as if he or she were their own! We are a full-service veterinary hospital serving the Kansas City suburbs of Independence, Raytown, Lee's Summit, Blue Springs, and the surrounding areas. Our team specializes in companion animal and exotic pet care for dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, ferrets, and rabbits.

We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.