Veterinary Technician

Green Summit Animal Clinic•Lee's Summit, MO

About The Position

Green Summit Animal Clinic is seeking a dependable, positive veterinary technician to support its veterinary team and provide compassionate, high-quality patient care. The role involves caring for patients throughout their visits, communicating with clients, supporting hospital operations, and contributing to a positive team environment. The clinic offers opportunities to develop skills through virtual training, hands-on experience, and continuing education.

Requirements

Strong customer service and communication skills.
Knowledge of preventive care, surgical procedures, and daily veterinary hospital operations.
Confidence in sample collection, laboratory processing, diagnostic imaging, and anesthesia monitoring.
Reliable attendance and punctuality.
Weekend availability.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with the veterinary team.
Willingness to receive constructive feedback and continually develop technical skills.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of veterinary experience is preferred.
CVT, RVT, or LVT credentials are a plus.
Dental radiography experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Safely restrain and handle animals using low-stress techniques.
Triage incoming patients and recognize changes in their condition.
Collect and process blood, urine, fecal, skin, and other laboratory samples.
Perform in-house laboratory testing and assist with diagnostic procedures.
Position patients and capture diagnostic radiographs.
Provide nursing care for hospitalized patients with varying levels of medical stability.
Administer medications and monitor patients during anesthesia and recovery.
Prepare patients for surgery and assist the veterinary team with surgical procedures.
Review medical records, accurately document patient histories, and communicate treatment plans to clients.
Support efficient hospital flow while maintaining high standards of patient safety and veterinary care.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision benefits.
Liability insurance.
401(k) and 401(k) matching program.
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 be available, such as personal pet discounts, holiday pay, uniform allowance, and bonuses.