Veterinary Technician Assistant

Heritage Vet Partners and their Partner Clinics; Monett (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice is seeking a full-time Veterinary Technician/Assistant to join their devoted team. This role involves a variety of responsibilities from animal care to laboratory tasks. The ideal candidate will have strong customer service skills, be a team player, and have a passion for providing compassionate care to animals. Benefits include PTO, health insurance, and a 401K plan with employer match.

Benefits

PTO

Health, Vision & Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

401K plan with employer match

Qualifications

• 1-year veterinary tech/assistant experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Self-starting team player.

Responsibilities

• Perform animal restraint and triage of incoming patients.
• Administer medications and prepare for surgeries.
• Conduct laboratory tests and develop diagnostic radiographs.

Skills

Exceptional customer service skills

Ability to interpret medical records

Animal care and monitoring

Laboratory skills

Effective communication

Job description

Animal Clinic of Monett is a mixed animal Veterinary Practice, looking for an experienced Veterinary Technician/Assistant. We provide the highest level of veterinary medicine along with friendly, compassionate service. We believe in treating every patient as if they were our own pet and giving them the same loving attention and care. Our Technician/Assistant team is highly experienced and devoted to providing the highest quality nursing care to our patients.

This position will be a full-time position. Monday-Friday and every other Saturday.

Responsibilities include but not limited to

• Animal restraint
• Triage of incoming patients
• Collection and analysis of lab samples
• Diagnostic imaging
• Care of surgical and hospitalized cases
• Administration of medications
• Effective communication of treatment plans with clients
• Surgical preparation and assistance
• Anesthetic management

Qualifications include but not limited to:

• A high work ethic and positive attitude team member
• Ability to arrive on-time
• Exceptional customer service skills and ability to communicate precisely
• Interpret medical records and record client history accurately
• Cares for and monitors the condition of animals recovering from surgery.
• Ability to properly set-up and process laboratory samples and tests
• Perform laboratory tests on blood, urine, and feces such as urinalyses and blood counts to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems. Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, serums, and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
• Take and develop diagnostic radiographs using x-ray equipment. Bathe animals, clips nails or claws.
• Prepare patients and rooms for surgery and medical appointments including cleaning kennels, animal holding areas, surgery suites, examination rooms, and animal loading/unloading facilities to control the spread of disease.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• A self-starting team player with the desire to continue to advance one’s knowledge and skillset
• Ability to receive in a professional manner constructive feedback to maintain hospital efficiency
• 1-year veterinary tech/assistant experience preferred

Benefits

• PTO
• Health, Vision & Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401K plan with employer match

Company Policy & Federal & State Laws Forbid Discrimination Because of Age, Color, Race, Religion, Sex, Disability, Sexual Orientation or National Origin.

If you think you are a qualifying candidate, please submit a cover letter and a resume.