Vet Technician — Surgical & Patient Care

St. Louis Veterinary Center; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits or accounts

Flexible work schedules

Career and professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

St. Louis Veterinary Center is a full-service animal hospital serving small animals and exotic companions in the St. Louis area.

Our clinic focuses on treating clients like family and providing reliable, affordable pet health care since 1991. The Veterinary Technician assists veterinarians with patient care, monitors hospitalized pets, performs in-house lab work, and educates clients. The role supports surgical procedures and requires patience, teamwork, clear communication, and strong

Qualifications

• Ability to work on weekends as required.
• Previous veterinary experience preferred.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; with assistance for heavier lifts.
• Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE.
• Basic math and the ability to calculate medication dosages.
• Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS Office applications.
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
• Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, as well as providing client education.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs of the patient during surgery.
• Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures.
• Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the discretion of the veterinarian.
• Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment, and lab areas; restock exam rooms with supplies.
• Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all interactions with clients; exercise compassion and care in all interactions with patients.
• Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members including client discussions, patient plans, client concerns, etc.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patience & Compassion

Collaboration & Teamwork

Communicating

Active Listening

Organization Skills

Client Satisfaction

Tools

MS Office

Job description

St. Louis Veterinary Center is a full-service animal hospital serving small animals and exotic companions in the St. Louis area.

Our clinic focuses on treating clients like family and providing reliable, affordable pet health care since 1991. The Veterinary Technician assists veterinarians with patient care, monitors hospitalized pets, performs in-house lab work, and educates clients. The role supports surgical procedures and requires patience, teamwork, clear communication, and strong