Veterinary Technician or Experience Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Technician

Are you an experienced Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant looking to utilize your skills and learn from board-certified specialists fully? Do you want to work with a team that focuses on teamwork and truly cares about each other? Look no further, as Mission / Overland Park Veterinary Emergency & Specialty, located in the Kansas City Metro Area has a great opportunity for you! Mission / Overland Park Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital is a 24-hour hospital that focuses on the most critical needs of the animals in our community. Our board-certified specialists provide the most advanced care for our patients. Our hospital has been ranked in the "Best Veterinarians in Kansas City" by City Lifestyle. We are searching for experienced Veterinary Assistants and RVT's to support our Emergency and Specialty department! As one of our Veterinary Assistants, you will enjoy exposure to a diverse and stimulating caseload, employ the most advanced imaging and monitoring tools, and tap into the expertise of our board-certified specialists.

About the job: As a Veterinary Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting with:

• You are a Veterinary Technician with outstanding client service and excellent patient care. You enjoy working as a team and are able to remain composed during stressful and emotional situations.
• You understand that clear, effective communication among clients and team members is a priority and are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of patients and their families.
• You're looking for an opportunity to utilize your full skill set while simultaneously learning new & advanced techniques.
• Preferred experience with Anesthesia, Endoscopy equipment, ultrasounds, and CT scans and MRI, or willing to be trained

About you:

• You have a minimum of 2 years of Veterinary Assistant experience.
• You can maintain a positive outlook and the ability to work well in a busy environment.
• It is important to you to provide outstanding client service and excellent patient care.
• You enjoy working as a team and can remain composed during stressful and emotional situations.
• You understand that clear, effective communication among clients and team members is a priority, and you are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of patients and their families.
• You're looking for an opportunity to utilize your full skill set while simultaneously learning new & advanced techniques.
• You have the ability and desire to deliver exceptional client service.

What you can expect:

• We pride ourselves on a welcoming environment where team members feel safe to learn and seek guidance from each other. Our tenured team of technicians enjoys having the opportunity to mentor and guide newer technicians. They work hard to support and encourage each other and love to celebrate wins, big or small. We have our own learning and development time! You will be required to train, coach, mentor, and teach what you have learned after gaining the appropriate knowledge. Our team of Doctors and Technicians utilizes state-of-the-art equipment to perform advanced techniques, providing excellent care and treatment services.

Schedule:

• Days or Evenings
• 10-hour shifts

Base Salary:

• $18 to $26 (depends on experience) (DOE)
• $3.00/hr on hours between 10pm and 8am
• $1.50/hr from midnight Saturday morning to midnight Sunday night

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarships available toward an Accredited Veterinary Technology Programs
• Shift Differentials
• Quarterly Bonus Program
• Uniform Allowance
• Paid Time Off
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Short/Long term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Generous Employee Pet Discount

Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilizes state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.