Registered Veterinary Technician

Troy Veterinary Clinic•Troy, MO

15d

About The Position

Troy & Wentzville Veterinary Clinics provide preventative and emergency veterinary care for animals in Lincoln and St. Charles counties. The Registered Veterinary Technician supports patient care in a veterinary setting, including triage, diagnostics, nursing care, medication administration, client communication, surgical assistance, and anesthetic management. The role involves working with patients with varying degrees of stability and exposure to animal-related hazards. Training and continuing development opportunities are available through virtual and hands-on interactive learning.

Requirements

An active Registered Veterinary Technician license; current veterinary technician students and recent graduates who have not yet taken the VTNE may also be considered.
Consistent punctuality and reliability in adhering to scheduled shifts.
Availability to work some Saturday shifts.
Excellent client communication and medical record management skills.
Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations.
Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques.
Proficiency in collecting blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens.
Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture.
Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring.
Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards.
Ability to withstand unpleasant odors and noises and possible exposure to bites, scratches, animal waste, and potentially contagious diseases.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of professional experience, preferred but not required.
Experience with dental radiography.

Responsibilities

Restrain animals safely and using low-stress techniques.
Triage incoming patients.
Collect and analyze laboratory samples.
Perform diagnostic imaging.
Manage and provide nursing care for medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability.
Administer medications.
Communicate treatment plans effectively to clients.
Prepare for and assist with surgery.
Manage anesthesia.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision benefits.
Liability insurance.
401(k) and 401(k) matching.
Life and supplemental insurance.
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Employee Assistance Program.
Paid vacation and sick time for all employees.
Paid bereavement program.
Paid parental leave program.
Continuing education allowance for licensed, registered, or certified roles.
Tuition reimbursement for any AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology Program.
Career development opportunities.
Referral bonus program for most positions.
Additional benefits may include personal pet discounts, holiday pay, uniform allowance, and bonuses.