Veterinary Technician: Full-Time with Evenings & Weekends

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

PTO and 401(k)

Employee pet discount

Job summary

Fox Creek Veterinary Hospital in Manchester, MO is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician to provide skilled patient care and exceptional service to clients. This role requires experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

The position offers full-time schedule with shift differentials for eligible overnight and weekend hours, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision

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

Animal handling

Client communication

Compassionate care

Tools

Radiographs

IV catheter placement

Laboratory tests

Job description

Fox Creek Veterinary Hospital in Manchester, MO is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician to provide skilled patient care and exceptional service to clients. This role requires experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

The position offers full-time schedule with shift differentials for eligible overnight and weekend hours, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision