Veterinary Technician - Flexible Hours, Growth & Benefits

Yorkshire Animal Hospital; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits or accounts

Bonus incentive

Flexible work schedules

Career and professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Employee discounts

Family & Friends 25% discount (up to 2

Job summary

Yorkshire Animal Hospital in the St. Louis area is seeking a Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians and staff, monitor hospitalized pets, and assist with surgeries and client education.

The role emphasizes teamwork, compassionate care, accurate lab work, and meticulous record keeping, with a schedule 9:00am–5:30pm, two Saturdays monthly, no late nights or holidays. Pay ranges from $19 to $20 per hour.

Qualifications

• Availability to work weekends as required.
• Previous veterinary experience preferred.
• Able to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; with assistance over 25 pounds.
• 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 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; assist with cleaning and equipment.
• Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all interactions with clients; exercise compassion and care in all interactions with patients.
• Communicate with veterinarians and team members including client discussions, patient plans, and concerns.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patience & Compassion

Collaboration & Teamwork

Communicating

Active Listening

Organization Skills

Client Satisfaction

Job description

Yorkshire Animal Hospital in the St. Louis area is seeking a Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians and staff, monitor hospitalized pets, and assist with surgeries and client education.

The role emphasizes teamwork, compassionate care, accurate lab work, and meticulous record keeping, with a schedule 9:00am–5:30pm, two Saturdays monthly, no late nights or holidays. Pay ranges from $19 to $20 per hour.