Registered Vet Tech - Adoption

Humane Society of Missouri • Saint Louis, MO

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Our Headquarters location is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician who is licensed in Missouri to work in our Adoption Center examination room. This position: conducts routine exams and lab tests, administers medications and maintains animal health including treatment of sick and injured animals as directed by our veterinarians.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a shelter or veterinary clinic setting is required.
• Applicants must also possess organizational skills, internal customer service skills, have effective communication abilities and be computer literate.
• Must have a current Missouri Vet Tech license
• Must be able to work well in challenging emotional settings
• Must have weekend availability
• Candidate also needs high school diploma or equivalent
• At least one year of animal handling experience.

Responsibilities

• conducts routine exams
• conducts lab tests
• administers medications
• maintains animal health including treatment of sick and injured animals as directed by our veterinarians

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance (100% employer-paid)
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Deductible Reimbursement Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off, including Vacation, Sick & Holiday Pay
• 40% off AMCMA Clinic services & medications
• 15% off prescription foods
• $50 off pet adoptions
• 10% off at gift shops

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED