What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technician position at R Veterinary?
Veterinary Technician — Full-Time
R Veterinary | Columbia, Missouri
R Veterinary is looking for a full-time Veterinary Technician to join our Columbia team.
Our technicians play a critical role in patient care. You’ll work closely with our doctors and support team throughout the day, helping provide excellent medicine while making sure every patient and client feels cared for.
What you’ll do
- Assist doctors with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures
- Provide compassionate, hands-on patient care
- Prepare patients for surgery and assist with surgical procedures
- Monitor patients during anesthesia and recovery
- Collect and process laboratory samples
- Take and develop radiographs
- Administer medications and treatments as directed by the veterinarian
- Communicate with clients about patient care and treatment instructions
- Maintain accurate medical records
- Work closely with the veterinary team to keep patient care organized and moving smoothly
- Help create a positive, collaborative environment for your teammates
What we’re looking for
We’re looking for a technician who is confident, compassionate, dependable, and committed to excellent patient care.
You should be comfortable working as part of a team, communicating with doctors and coworkers, and advocating for your patients. We value technicians who ask questions, continue learning, and take pride in doing the little things well.
Licensed/credentialed veterinary technicians are encouraged to apply. Experienced veterinary technicians and candidates with strong clinical experience are welcome as well.
Why R Veterinary?
R Veterinary is an independently owned, doctor-led veterinary group with 9 clinics and growing. We believe great medicine starts with great people—and that veterinary professionals deserve a place where they can grow, belong, and build meaningful careers.
Our Columbia team cares for dogs and cats as well as exotic and pocket-pet patients, giving our team the opportunity to work with a diverse caseload and continue developing their skills.
If you’re looking for a veterinary practice where your experience matters, your questions are welcome, and your work directly contributes to better patient care, we’d love to meet you.
Find your PACK at R Veterinary.
Pay: $16.50 - $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30.0 – 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $18