Veterinary Assistant jobs in Columbia, MO

Veterinary Assistant prepares treatment room for examination of animals; restrains animals during examination, treatment, or inoculation. Administers injections, performs venipunctures, applies wound dressings, cleans teeth, and takes vital signs of animal. Being a Veterinary Assistant requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. May be required to be certified/licensed. Additionally, Veterinary Assistant is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision of a veterinarian. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Veterinary Technician/Veterinary Assistant
  • Veterinary Group of Chesterfield
  • Chesterfield, MO FULL_TIME
  • Job Summary

    In addition to the responsibilities outlined below, the Veterinary Technician is an invaluable member of the hospital team who works directly with the Veterinarian and supporting medical staff to ensure productive and quality veterinary care at all times.

    Job Responsibilities

    • Assists the veterinarian during examination of animals, providing restraint as needed in order to work safely and effectively. Able to perform a pre-physical including patient’s weight, temperature, reason for visit and brief history.
    • Prepares and administer medications, vaccines, serums, and treatments, as prescribed by the veterinarian.
    • Performs routine complete oral exam and cleaning on animals under the direction of the veterinarian.
    • Administers anesthesia to animals under the direction of the veterinarian and monitors animals’ responses to anesthetics so that dosages can be adjusted. Monitors patient during anesthetic procedures according to anesthetic safety guidelines.
    • Obtains radiographs of animals with knowledge of proper positioning and techniques.
    • Cares for and monitors the condition of animals recovering from surgery.
    • Performs laboratory tests on blood, urine, and feces, such as urinalyses and blood counts, to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems.
    • Administers emergency first aid, such as performing emergency resuscitation or other life-saving procedures.
    • Collects, prepares, and labels samples for laboratory testing, culture, or microscopic examination.
    • Cleans and sterilizes instruments, equipment, and materials. Maintains technical equipment.
    • Provides the veterinarian with the correct equipment and instruments, as needed.
    • Fills prescriptions, measuring medications and labeling containers.
    • Prepares animals for surgery, performing such tasks as shaving surgical areas and placing IV catheters.
    • Maintains clean examination rooms and treatment areas; maintains the gold cleanliness standard of the hospital throughout the facility.
    • Works collaboratively with veterinarians to ensure that all animals are being cared for properly and moving through the system efficiently. Works collaboratively with all medical staff to ensure client communication standard is upheld at all times.
    • Participates in rotating on-call schedule with veterinary technician staff including some evenings, weekends, and holidays.

    Skills and Basic Qualifications

    • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast paced environment.
    • Ability to effectively handle and control aggressive animals.
    • Must be able to handle the physical and emotional aspect of work in a veterinary clinic environment, including the use of euthanasia.
    • Models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clients.
    • Commitment to ongoing educational development and growth.
    • Must have active listening, critical thinking, complex problem solving, time management, judgment and decision making skills.
    • Intermediate to advanced skills and knowledge concerning social media best practices and successful marketing strategies a PLUS.
    • Must be able to work independently at the direction of hospital management.

    Physical Requirements

    • Ability to lift 50 lbs
    • Ability to move about on foot for extended periods of time; ability to bend, move, and lift for sustained periods of time.
    • Valid Driver’s License.

    Equal Employment Opportunity

    It is the policy of the company to afford equal opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, non-disqualifying disability or status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $15.00 - $19.00 per hour

    Benefits:

    • 401(k)
    • 401(k) matching
    • Dental insurance
    • Employee assistance program
    • Employee discount
    • Health insurance
    • Health savings account
    • Life insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Professional development assistance
    • Referral program
    • Retirement plan
    • Vision insurance

    Schedule:

    • 10 hour shift
    • 8 hour shift
    • Day shift
    • Monday to Friday
    • Overtime
    • Weekends as needed

    Experience:

    • Veterinary experience: 1 year (Required)

    Work Location: In person

  • 27 Days Ago

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Veterinary Assistant
  • Kersting Veterinary Hospital
  • Chesterfield, MO PART_TIME
  • Company Description Kersting Veterinary Hospital is a well-established, progressive, fast paced, multi-doctor, small animal/avian/small mammal practice located in Chesterfield, MO. We offer many servi...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Veterinary Assistant
  • Mission Veterinary Partners
  • Jefferson, MO PART_TIME
  • Overview Southwest Veterinary Clinic is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team! Location:1410 Jefferson StJefferson City, Missouri 65109United States We are a fast paced hospital with 3 full-...
  • 14 Days Ago

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Veterinary Compliance and Inventory Assistant
  • Fox Creek Veterinary Hospital
  • Wildwood, MO PART_TIME
  • Seeking an independent, compassionate Accounts Compliance and Inventory Specialist to join our team!Why Fox Creek Veterinary Hospital in Wildwood, MO?We’re focused on making sure our hospital has the ...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Equine Veterinary Assistant
  • Homestead Veterinary Hospital
  • Villa Ridge, MO FULL_TIME
  • Homestead Veterinary Hospital is looking for a full-time experienced equine veterinary assistant. This position would include regular daytime working hours and occasional Saturday/evening hours. The i...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Part-time Veterinary Assistant
  • Kersting Veterinary Hospital
  • Chesterfield, MO PART_TIME
  • Company Description Kersting Veterinary Hospital is a well-established, progressive, fast paced, multi-doctor, small animal/avian/small mammal practice located in Chesterfield, MO. We offer many servi...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,022 per week
  • PRN Healthcare
  • Columbia, MO
  • Medical Solutions is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Columbia, Missouri. Job Description ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,025 per week
  • PRN Healthcare
  • Columbia, MO
  • Medical Solutions is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Columbia, Missouri. Job Description ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Veterinary Technician
  • Jefferson City Animal Hospital
  • Jefferson City, MO
  • Position Purpose The Credentialed Veterinary Technician performs a critical role in providing high quality care for pati...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Registered Nurse (RN)
  • Agape Care Group
  • Columbia, MO
  • Overview: Join Our Team as a Registered Nurse Do you value the time you spend with your patients? Is it important to you...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Customer Engagement Manager>
  • PetSmart, Inc.
  • Columbia, MO
  • PetSmart, Inc. - 1872-229 N. Stadium Blvd [Department Supervisor] As a Customer Engagement Manager at PetSmart, Inc., yo...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Maternal Fetal Medicine, Division Chief
  • University of Missouri School of Medicine & MU Health Care
  • Columbia, MO
  • Maternal Fetal Medicine, Division Chief University of Missouri - School of Medicine All Ranks All Tracks This is an exci...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Packleader - Doggy Daycare Animal Attendant
  • Woof's Play & Stay
  • Columbia, MO
  • Woof's is now hiring energetic and fun-loving people who enjoy working with animals for 30+ hours per week. This job com...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Registered Nurse (RN)
  • Agape Care Group
  • Columbia, MO
  • Overview: Join Our Team as a Registered Nurse- Looking to fill this opportunity in April or May 2024! Do you value the t...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Columbia /kəˈlʌmbiə/ is a city in the U.S. state of Missouri. It is the county seat of Boone County and home to the University of Missouri. Founded in 1821, it is the principal city of the five-county Columbia metropolitan area. It is Missouri's fourth most-populous and fastest growing city, with an estimated 121,717 residents in 2017. As a Midwestern college town, Columbia has a reputation for progressive politics, persuasive journalism, and public art. The tripartite establishment of Stephens College (1833), the University of Missouri (1839), and Columbia College (1851), which surround the c...
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Income Estimation for Veterinary Assistant jobs
$26,608 to $39,243
Columbia, Missouri area prices
were up 0.7% from a year ago

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