Licensed Veterinary Technician

Overview

Family Vet Lake St Louis is adding a

 Licensed Veterinary Technician

to their Team

Location:

155 Pond Fort Trail

Lake St Louis, MO 63367

Compensation:

Up to $20/hr

Clinic Hours:

Monday-Friday

8:00am - 6:00pm

Saturday

8:00am - 2:00pm

Sunday

Closed

Are you a top-tier Veterinary Technician bursting with knowledge and skills? Do you thrive on educating clients and providing unparalleled care to animals? Ready for a new challenge that truly values your expertise? If so, we want YOU to join our vibrant and dynamic team

At Family Vet of Lake St. Louis, we are dedicated to setting the standard for exceptional veterinary care. Our clinic is a bustling hub of activity, filled with passionate professionals committed to the highest standards of animal welfare and client satisfaction.

What We're Looking For:

We are seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician who embodies the following qualities:

Extensive Knowledge: Your deep understanding of veterinary medicine sets you apart, and you're always eager to expand your expertise.
Unwavering Drive: You bring enthusiasm, dedication, and a relentless commitment to providing the best possible care.
Superb Client Communication/Education: You excel in explaining procedures and treatments to pet owners with clarity and compassion.
Surgical Mastery: Your surgical skills are top-notch, and you confidently handle the intricacies of surgical procedures.
Mentorship and Training: You're a team player eager to share your knowledge and mentor others, fostering growth within our team.
Creative Educator: You have a talent for creating informative client handouts and engaging educational videos.
Team Interaction: You excel in collaborative environments and are dedicated to maintaining and enhancing our team’s great morale.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist veterinarians during examinations and surgeries
  Educate clients on animal care, treatments, and preventive measures
• Perform routine lab tests and diagnostic procedures
  Administer medications and treatments
• Maintain accurate patient records
• Train and mentor other staff members
• Develop and produce educational client handouts
• Create engaging and informative educational videos for clients
• Foster positive team interactions and contribute to a supportive work environment
  
  

Why Join Us?:

Collaborative Environment: Work with a team of dedicated professionals in a supportive and friendly atmosphere.
Continued Learning: We champion ongoing education and provide opportunities for professional development.
Impactful Work: Your skills and expertise will make a real difference in the lives of animals and their owners.
Innovative Approach: Be part of a clinic that values creativity and innovation in client education.
Positive Team Culture: Join a team that values camaraderie, mutual support, and maintaining high morale.

Requirements:

• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) with current license
• Strong surgical skills and experience
• Excellent communication and client education abilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in creating educational content is a plus
• Strong team interaction skills and a commitment to maintaining a positive team culture

Ready to elevate your career and make a significant impact in veterinary care?

We’d love to hear from you

Join us at Family Vet of Lake St. Louis and take your career to new heights while making a difference in the lives of pets and their families every day

• Base 80 Hours PTO for all CVT's
• Customized learning and development opportunities
  • 48 Additional HRS of CE PTO
  • $500 to help you attend your favorite conferences

• Career & Educational advancement opportunities
• FSA and HSA options available
• 401K starting on day 1- Company 4% match
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance for you & your family
• Additional Insurances Available:
  • Life Insurance AD&D
  • Short Term Disability Insurance
  • Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Accidental Insurance
• Discounts for your pets
• Annual scrub allowance

Health Advocate - Employee Assistance Program

Includes five face-to-face visits with a counselor per issue, per rolling 12 months, without any cost to you.

24 hour access.

Get help with depression, anxiety, family issues, substance abuse and more

Learn strategies such as mindfulness to manage stress, anger and improve focus

Locate childcare, eldercare, summer camps, special needs services and relocation support.

Easy access to legal/financial experts and information.

Work through relationship problems, divorce, grief and other life transitions,

Build coping skills to manage life’s challenges and gain control of your life.

Explore webinars, courses and articles on a variety of well-being topics.

Employees can take advantage of services like our Personalized Legal Center, Financial Fitness Center, and Mindfulness resources.

Responsibilities

How you’ll make an impact:

• Maintain and uphold Core Values and Mission Statement of MVP.

• Provide guidance to the support staff to assure that the shift flows well.
• Mentor team members for career advancement and personal development towards goals.
• Provide input to the hospital manager for 360-degree employee performance evaluations.
• Provide patient care under the supervision and direction of a DVM.
• Maintain excellent client communication.

• Record all pertinent medical, client and case related information in the patient record accurately with appropriate grammar, terms, and accurate information.
• Review medical records, estimates or discharge instructions with clients.
• Answer client’s inquiries about basic animal care questions and routine procedures; handle client’s medical questions with confidence and direct to veterinarians when appropriate.

Qualifications

Talents you’ll bring to MVP:

• Must be proficient in a variety of skills ranging from but not limited to laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental and nursing skills.
• Ability to demonstrate patience and composure in stressful situations, and ability to handle a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.
• Ability to give SQ, IM and IV injections.
• Knowledge of usage, dosage, and common side-effects for commonly used prescription drugs and ability to readily explain them to the clients.
• Knowledge of the common anesthesia and recovery states and ability to alert veterinarians when symptoms change or when concerns arise with hospitalized patients.
• Ability to properly extubate, monitor temperature and recover a patient from anesthesia.

• The employee must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics, and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties proficiently.
• The employee must be confident around pets.

Why Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP)?

Because we do things a bit differently here. We’re a rapidly growing network of veterinary hospitals located throughout the United States. And while it’s important to know who we are, it’s more important to know what drives us - our mission to be the employer of choice in veterinary medicine. Our actions speak louder than those words. We put people before profits and invest in our talented teams. Our connection to our core values last longer than a quick glance through the employee handbook - we live them every day MVP is a place where careers thrive for those who believe the right team can achieve anything.

What’s in it for you?

We offer competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, generous PTO, pet health discounts and dollar for dollar match on 401K...not to mention a team of smart and friendly coworkers

Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.