Veterinary Technician: Surgery & Client Care Specialist

Heartland Veterinary Partners LLC; Wentzville (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Retirement benefits (401k)

Bonus incentive

Career development

State licensing fee reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Bear Creek Animal Hospital in Wentzville, MO is seeking a Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians in exams, surgery, and patient care. The role involves client education, sample handling, radiography, and diligent patient monitoring.

Qualifications include state licensure (preferred), ability to lift up to 25 pounds, proficiency with MS Office, and strong communication skills for patient safety and client satisfaction. Competitive benefits and pay offered.

Qualifications

• State license to work as a certified/licensed/registered veterinary technician (preferred).
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; assist with heavier lifting if needed.
• Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE.
• Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS Office applications, etc.

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 of the patient 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 other team members to keep the public areas of the practice clean; clean and maintain all medical equipment.
• Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all interactions with clients; exercise compassion and care in all interactions with patients.
• Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members including client discussions, patient plans, client concerns, etc.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patience & Compassion

Collaboration & Teamwork

Communicating

Active Listening

Organization Skills

Client Satisfaction

Education

State license to work as a veterinary technician (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Bear Creek Animal Hospital in Wentzville, MO is seeking a Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians in exams, surgery, and patient care. The role involves client education, sample handling, radiography, and diligent patient monitoring.

Qualifications include state licensure (preferred), ability to lift up to 25 pounds, proficiency with MS Office, and strong communication skills for patient safety and client satisfaction. Competitive benefits and pay offered.