Registered Veterinary Technician

Nestlé SA; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to pet care and research! As a Registered Veterinary Technician, you'll ensure the health and welfare of pets while engaging in groundbreaking research. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with animals and contribute to innovative dietary solutions. Nestlé is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, where your skills and passion for animal care can thrive. If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of pets and their owners, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

401k with Company match

Healthcare coverage

Performance-based incentives

Broad range of benefits

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technologist in Missouri or ability to become licensed.
• 1+ years of experience in professional veterinary work.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine veterinary care and maintain health records.
• Assist with anesthesia, surgery, and dental care for pets.

Skills

Veterinary Procedures

Animal Observation

Clinical Diagnostics

Anesthesia Administration

Dental Prophylaxis

Education

Associate's degree in Veterinary Technology

Job description

Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of our long-standing tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and continuously push to do what's never been done before in pet care. Discover your purpose and fuel your passions when you bring your love of pets to a team that prides itself on the power of togetherness—We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven.

Position Summary

Our Nestlé Development Center (NDC) in St. Joseph, MO is home to dogs and cats who help us learn, research, and better understand the well-being of pets and promote the human-animal bond. When you join us, you'll work to ensure our pets have the best quality of care while participating in cutting-edge pet food research. Research that contributes to innovative, first-to-market dietary solutions as well as trusted all-life-stage pet food. Our center is located near the metropolitan area of Kansas City, within 30 minutes of the Kansas City International airport. St. Joseph is a tight-knit, rural community packed with character, still within commuting distance to the city thus, providing many residential opportunities.

As a Registered Veterinary Technician, you will be responsible for organizing and performing the necessary veterinary procedures related to the health and welfare of the pets in the facility under general veterinary supervision.

• Perform pet care procedures including assistance with routine veterinary care, animal observation during treatment, and husbandry duties.
• Maintain all health records as required by the record retention policy, the Animal Welfare Act, and all Nestlé Purina PetCare procedures and protocols.
• Provide clinical diagnostics and treatment plans for infirmary and colony pets.
• Assist with preparation, administration, and monitoring of anesthesia and surgery support.
• Organize and perform dental prophylaxis and oral care programs.
• Assist as needed with breeding programs.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in Veterinary Technology.
• Licensed Veterinary Technologist in the State of Missouri or the ability to become licensed in the State of Missouri.
• 1+ years of experience in professional veterinary work.

Other

• Weekend and holiday work are required for this role.
• Must be willing to work Sunday through Thursday OR Tuesday through Saturday for 8 hours per day.

The approximate pay range for this position is $50,000.00 to $65,000.00. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location of the position. Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with Company match, healthcare coverage, and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position.

REQUISITION ID
343920

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

The Nestlé Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at [e-mail] or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.