Relief Veterinary Technician

Relief Veterinary Technician

Are you looking for a meaningful veterinary career where you can make a real difference- not just for pets and their families, but also in a workplace that truly supports you?

PriorityPet Urgent Care is excited to be welcoming the community to our brand new, state-of-the-art hospital in Affton! We will open Thursday through Tuesday, from 4:00 pm to 12:00 midnight to provide accessible urgent care for pets when they need it most.

Our mission is simple: to provide high-quality, easy-to-access veterinary care with a promise that exceptional pet care is our highest priority. But we also believe that the best care starts with a healthy, positive work environment! That's why we're building a team that values:

• Collaboration over competition
• Support over stress
• Well-being alongside excellence

We're looking for individuals who are not only passionate about veterinary medicine but are also committed to nurturing a positive, respectful, and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

Job Description

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Animal restraint
• Triage of incoming patients
• Collection and analysis of lab samples
• Diagnostic imaging
• Management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability
• Administration of medications
• Effective communication of treatment plans with clients
• Surgical preparation and assistance
• Anesthetic management

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you're looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you'll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

We're looking for:

• An experienced veterinary technician, 2+ year professional experience preferred but not required
• A Registered Veterinary Technician with an active license in MO would be heavily preferred, but is not required
• Previous ER / Urgent Care experience is required for this position.
• Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts
• Availability to work some weekend 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 various sample collection methods, including 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

The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.

Additional Information

Pay Range: $20 - $28/hr depending on experience level

We offer our staff:

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applicable to licensed employees)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)

*Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.