Veterinary Assistant Technician

Job Description

Love veterinary medicine again.

At Rock Bridge Animal Hospital, veterinary technicians are essential members of the healthcare team. You'll be empowered to use your knowledge and skills every day, supported through continuing education, and encouraged to practice exceptional Fear Free patient care alongside a collaborative team.

If you're looking for a hospital that values your expertise and invests in your growth, we'd love to meet you.

• Competitive pay based on experience (RVTs: $20–25/hour depending on experience and credentials
  )
• Health Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• PTO and paid holidays
• Continuing education allowance for RVTs
• Discounted Pet Care
• Uniform Allowance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fear Free Certification

• Supportive, collaborative team that genuinely enjoys working together
• Fear Free Certified hospital where technicians are empowered to practice low-stress medicine
• Continuing education allowance plus paid CE days for RVTs
• Opportunities to expand your clinical skills
• Technicians are trusted to use their knowledge and skills
• Modern equipment, including digital dental radiography, digital radiography, and ultrasound

• Is passionate about providing outstanding patient care
• Enjoys educating clients and building relationships
• Takes pride in their work and pays attention to detail
• Communicates professionally and works well with others
• Is dependable, motivated, and eager to continue learning
• Thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Holds a Missouri RVT license or is currently enrolled in an accredited veterinary technology program (preferred)

• · Practice Fear Free, low-stress medicine
• · Assist veterinarians during appointments and procedures
• · Educate clients about preventive care and treatment plans
• · Collect diagnostic samples, place IV catheters, and perform laboratory testing
• · Monitor anesthesia and assist with surgery
• · Perform dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
• · Provide nursing care for hospitalized patients
• · Help maintain an efficient, organized hospital

This is a full-time position (35–40 hours/week).

Clinic hours are Monday through Friday between 7:30 AM and 6:30 PM
, with a once-yearly holiday kennel rotation. While patient care always comes first, we work hard to respect your time and keep everyone on schedule whenever possible.

Rock Bridge Animal Hospital is a Fear Free Certified veterinary hospital serving the Columbia, MO area. We are passionate about providing exceptional medical care to our canine and feline patients in a compassionate, low-stress environment. Our close-knit team is committed to continuous learning, outstanding client service, and supporting one another while offering comprehensive veterinary services, including preventive care, surgery, dentistry, and boarding.