Veterinary Assistant - Kansas City Canine Orthopedics
About The Position
Kansas City Canine Orthopedics is a specialty veterinary hospital in Shawnee, Kansas, focused exclusively on orthopedic and sports medicine. The Veterinary Assistant supports veterinarians and technicians in providing compassionate, hands-on patient care and contributes to an efficient, collaborative clinical workflow. The role also helps clients with scheduling, payments, and communications, and maintains the hospital and equipment to support safe, high-quality care. The position offers the opportunity to work alongside veterinary specialists in an advanced orthopedic setting, with procedures and services including ACL TPLO, arthroscopy, patellar luxation treatment, elbow and hip dysplasia repair, fracture repair, and gait analysis. The hospital uses advanced diagnostics and techniques, including 3D printing and virtual surgery planning. The role is based on-site at 21648 Midland Drive, Shawnee, Kansas. It is a full-time position with a base pay range of $27 to $32. As part of Mission Pet Health, eligible teammates may access health coverage, retirement and insurance benefits, professional development support, discounted veterinary care, and other resources. Eligibility for particular benefits varies by role and hours worked.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to handle a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment calmly and efficiently.
- Confidence and skill in handling pets of all sizes and temperaments.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Proficiency in fundamental veterinary skills, including laboratory, pharmacy, nursing, and radiology.
Responsibilities
- Assist the medical team with hands-on patient care, treating animals with compassion and respect.
- Anticipate and support the needs of veterinarians and technicians to help maintain a smooth, efficient, collaborative workflow.
- Assist clients with scheduling, payments, and communications in a courteous and informative manner.
- Maintain the hospital, perform clinic upkeep, and maintain equipment to uphold standards of care.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage options.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- 401(k) retirement options.
- Life insurance and disability coverage.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Educational assistance for qualified teammates enrolling in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs.
- Discounted veterinary care for employees' pets.
- Access to an online discount platform.
- Free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
