Veterinary Technician (RVT)

Horton Animal Hospital-Discovery • Columbia, MO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Horton Animal Hospital Discovery is hiring a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) for a full-time position. The hospital is a 13-doctor practice offering comprehensive care, including wellness, preventative medicine, emergency, and specialty services. They pride themselves on being a supportive, fun-loving team that encourages authenticity and collaboration. The role offers consistent scheduling, opportunities to work with diverse cases and advanced medicine, and a leadership team dedicated to staff support and development. The workplace is described as fun and engaging, with a strong focus on growth, mentorship, and continuing education.

Requirements

• Active Missouri RVT license (or eligibility)
• Strong technical skills, including anesthesia monitoring and diagnostics
• Excellent communication and client service skills
• Positive, team-oriented mindset with a collaborative approach
• Desire to learn, grow, and help mentor others
• Confidence in taking ownership of responsibilities and patient care

Responsibilities

• Assist with exams, treatments, and advanced patient care
• Perform venipuncture and IV catheter placement
• Monitor anesthesia and support surgical and recovery procedures
• Take radiographs and assist with diagnostics and lab work
• Provide critical patient care and nursing support
• Communicate effectively with clients and support patient education

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) matching
• Tuition support
• Referral bonuses
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Supplemental insurance options
• Up to three weeks of paid parental leave
• Generous PTO
• Employee discounts
• Quarterly team bonuses
• Continuing education allowance
• State license & VTNE fee reimbursement
• Uniform allowance
• Six paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible approach to compensation
• Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

What This Job Offers

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