Veterinary Technician

veterinarypracticepartners; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Pet Doctor in O'Fallon is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients.

We value animal handling expertise, client communication, and adherence to safety guidelines while delivering compassionate care and maintaining detailed medical records.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of veterinary experience 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 awareness

Tools

Radiographs

Lab work

IV catheter placement

Anesthesia support

Job description

Veterinary Technician

Salary: $18 - $23 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule: This is a full-time position with a flexible weekday schedule between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM. The typical schedule includes one Saturday per month from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM .

The Pet Doctor- O'Fallon is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant 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

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 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 the Pet Doctor

The Pet Doctor was founded in 2005 and has provided quality care for O'Fallon and the surrounding communities ever since. Our practice is also St. Charles County's only American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA)- accredited hospital. Simply put, our mission is to provide the very best care for your best friend

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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