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McCauley Animal Clinic – Saint Peters, MO
Delivering compassionate care in a modern, supportive setting.
McCauley Animal Clinic is a client-focused, small animal veterinary practice located in Saint Peters, MO. We pride ourselves on providing high-quality, personalized care in a professional and welcoming environment. As a small, close-knit team, we work together to ensure pets and their families receive the attention and compassion they deserve.
We’re currently seeking a Veterinary Technician who is passionate about animal health and committed to supporting both patients and pet owners. If you’re looking to grow your skills in a modern, supportive setting—we’d love to hear from you!
What You’ll Do
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits
Delivering compassionate care in a modern, supportive setting.
McCauley Animal Clinic is a client-focused, small animal veterinary practice located in Saint Peters, MO. We pride ourselves on providing high-quality, personalized care in a professional and welcoming environment. As a small, close-knit team, we work together to ensure pets and their families receive the attention and compassion they deserve.
We’re currently seeking a Veterinary Technician who is passionate about animal health and committed to supporting both patients and pet owners. If you’re looking to grow your skills in a modern, supportive setting—we’d love to hear from you!
What You’ll Do
- Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, and surgical procedures
- Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed
- Collect lab samples and perform in-house diagnostics (e.g., bloodwork, urinalysis, fecal tests)
- Monitor anesthesia and post-operative recovery for surgical patients
- Maintain accurate and thorough patient medical records
- Educate pet owners on post-treatment care, nutrition, and general wellness
- Handle animals safely and compassionately during exams and procedures
- Help maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked treatment and exam areas
- Previous experience as a Veterinary Technician (certification a plus, but not required)
- Strong understanding of small animal anatomy, veterinary terminology, and clinical procedures
- Skilled in patient restraint, lab sample collection, and medication administration
- Detail-oriented, organized, and capable of multitasking in a fast-paced setting
- A team player with excellent communication and client service skills
- A calm and caring demeanor when working with both animals and their owners
- A modern, professional work environment with a supportive team
- Opportunities for continued learning and professional growth
- Competitive pay based on experience
- A meaningful, rewarding role where you make a difference in pets' lives every day
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance