Veterinary Technician

Fox Creek Veterinary Hospital; Kirkwood (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Professional development

Employee pet discount

Job summary

Fox Creek Veterinary Hospital in Kirkwood, MO is hiring full-time Veterinary Technicians to join our founding team. You will assist veterinarians with patient exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery, while communicating care instructions to clients.

The ideal candidate has animal care experience, strong client service skills, and a passion for improving pets' lives. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, paid time off, a 401(k), professional development, and an employee pet discount.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of veterinary experience 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.

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.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Client communication

Animal handling

Safety and animal welfare

Tools

Radiographs

Injections

IV catheter placement

Job description

Salary: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule: This is a full-time position. Our hospital operates 7 days a week, 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM. Candidates must have open availability, including evenings, overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays. Shift differentials are offered for eligible overnight and weekend hours.

Fox Creek Veterinary Hospital at Kirkwood is hiring full-time Veterinary Technicians to join our founding team. Be part of something exciting from the ground up — 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
• Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.

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

• At least 1 year of veterinary experience 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 Fox Creek Veterinary Hospital in Kirkwood, MO

At Fox Creek Veterinary Hospital – Kirkwood, we\'re proud to offer compassionate, personalized care in a modern and welcoming environment. As a trusted member of the community, our hospital is dedicated to building lasting relationships with both pets and their families.

We provide a full range of services, from wellness care and diagnostics to surgery and dentistry, all delivered by a knowledgeable and caring team. Our hospital is equipped with advanced technology to ensure the highest standard of care, and we prioritize client education to support pet health at every stage of life.

Joining our team means becoming part of a supportive, collaborative culture where your skills are valued and your growth is encouraged. If you\'re passionate about veterinary medicine and client service, we\'d love to meet you!

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.

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