Veterinary Technician

Fox Creek - Manchester; Manchester (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

Employee pet discount

Job summary

Fox Creek Veterinary Hospital in Ballwin, MO is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians, assist with exams, surgeries, anesthesia, and patient recovery.

You will handle lab work, radiographs, injections, IV catheter placement, maintain medical records, and communicate care instructions to clients. A compassionate team environment and opportunities for growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of veterinary experience.
• Able to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledgeable about common diseases 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.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Animal handling

Client communication

Safety awareness

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. Reliability and a team-oriented attitude are a must.

Fox Creek Veterinary Hospital at Manchester is hiring full-time Veterinary Technicians 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

As you join our mission, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

• A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance


• Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees


• 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 2 years of veterinary experience.


• 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 Ballwin, MO

Our staff, as a team, is dedicated through continuing education and compassion to providing outpatients with the level of care we would demand for our own pets. These principles are our passion and by fulfilling them, we are living our dream of knowing that we make a difference by helping animals every day.