Experienced or Registered Veterinary Technician

Horton Animal Hospital-Discovery • Columbia, MO

32d • $20 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

Horton Animal Hospital Discovery is hiring an Experienced or Registered Veterinary Technician. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of $20 - $25 per hour based on experience and credentials. The schedule involves three 12-hour shifts or four 10-hour shifts per week, averaging 36–40 hours, with weekend and evening availability required. The role requires 1–2 years of small animal veterinary experience, with critical care and ER experience being preferred. The team values a "better together" philosophy, encouraging creative ideas, critical thinking, collaboration, and diverse perspectives. They are committed to a supportive management team and a schedule that allows for a great life outside of work, ensuring employees feel respected, valued, and supported.

Requirements

• At least 1–2 years of experience working in a small animal veterinary practice.
• Strong venipuncture and IV catheter placement skills.
• Experience with diagnostic laboratory procedures and radiology.
• Anesthesia monitoring and surgical experience based on training and skill level.
• Strong animal handling and restraint skills.
• Excellent communication and client service skills.
• The ability to navigate sensitive situations with professionalism, tact, and compassion.
• A collaborative, team-first approach.
• Reliability and consistent attendance.
• The ability to work efficiently in a busy veterinary environment while maintaining excellent patient care.
• Comfort working on your feet for the majority of an 8–12-hour shift.
• The ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Weekend and evening availability.
• A passion for animal care and a commitment to providing an exceptional experience for patients and clients.

Nice To Haves

• Veterinary technician licensure is welcome but not required.
• Critical care and emergency experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with veterinarians and fellow team members to provide compassionate, high-quality patient care.
• Obtain patient histories, TPRs, and other relevant information during appointments.
• Safely handle and restrain patients for examinations, treatments, diagnostic procedures, and radiographs.
• Perform venipuncture and obtain blood samples for diagnostic testing.
• Place intravenous catheters.
• Perform and assist with diagnostic laboratory procedures.
• Assist with diagnostic imaging and radiographs.
• Prepare and fill prescriptions as directed.
• Assist with surgical and hospitalized patient intake and discharge.
• Support surgical procedures, including patient preparation, anesthesia monitoring, and recovery based on training and experience.
• Clean, sterilize, and maintain surgical instruments and equipment.
• Maintain patient and hospital cleanliness and hygiene.
• Complete accurate medical documentation and billing.
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients about their pets and veterinary care.
• Maintain a professional, friendly, and welcoming experience for clients.
• Follow hospital policies, procedures, and standards of care.
• Work collaboratively with teammates and support the hospital’s ethical principles and standards of practice.
• Treat every patient humanely and compassionately, regardless of the situation or circumstance.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) matching
• Tuition support
• Referral bonuses
• Sign-on bonus for Licensed Veterinary Technicians
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options
• Up to three weeks of paid parental leave
• Generous PTO
• Employee pet discounts
• Quarterly team bonuses
• Continuing education allowance
• State veterinary technician license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Uniform allowance
• Flexible scheduling
• Six paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
• Referral bonus program
• Sign-on bonus available for Licensed Veterinary Technicians
• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free or discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program
• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State veterinary technician license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance
• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed