Licensed Veterinary Technician/Experienced Assistant

Who we are:

Creve Coeur Animal Hospital is Hiring a Licensed Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant!

Position DetailsRole: Licensed Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary AssistantStatus: Full-timeSalary: Competitive and based on experience, skills, and credentialsSchedule: Flexible weekly schedule with rotating Saturdays 

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee pet discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license and VTNE exam fee reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You'll Appreciate: Scheduled lunch breaks, six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program

Looking for a Licensed Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant position where your skills are valued, your growth is encouraged, and every day brings something new? Creve Coeur Animal Hospital may be the perfect fit.

Creve Coeur Animal Hospital is looking for a compassionate, motivated veterinary professional to join our busy, six-doctor, AAHA-accredited hospital in West County St. Louis. This opportunity is open to Licensed Veterinary Technicians and experienced Veterinary Assistants with at least two years of hands-on clinical experience.

Our team provides high-quality care for dogs, cats, rabbits, pocket pets, and reptiles. With such a wide variety of patients and cases, you'll have plenty of opportunities to use your current skills, build new ones, and make a meaningful difference for pets and the families who love them.

We work hard, support one another, celebrate our successes, and genuinely enjoy what we do. If you're looking for a team that values collaboration, initiative, and professional growth, we'd love to meet you.

Why Our Veterinary Technicians & Assistants Love It Here

• Six-doctor, AAHA-accredited hospital committed to high-quality medicine
• Opportunity to work with dogs, cats, rabbits, pocket pets, and reptiles
• Supportive team that values your knowledge, ideas, and contributions
• Hands-on involvement in a wide variety of medical, surgical, and diagnostic cases
• Leadership that encourages learning and professional development
• Scheduled lunch breaks and a culture that supports work-life balance
• Positive workplace where teammates help one another and celebrate shared successes
• Opportunity to grow toward licensure or continue advancing as a credentialed technician

What Our Veterinary Technicians & Assistants Do

• Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and procedures
• Place IV catheters and collect blood and laboratory samples
• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed
• Perform in-house laboratory testing and assist with diagnostic radiographs
• Prepare patients, equipment, and surgical areas for procedures
• Monitor anesthesia and accurately document patient vital signs
• Provide attentive nursing care throughout treatment and recovery
• Safely handle and restrain dogs, cats, rabbits, pocket pets, and reptiles
• Maintain complete and accurate patient records
• Educate clients about medications, treatments, preventive care, and follow-up instructions
• Work closely with doctors and support staff to deliver exceptional medical care
• Help maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked treatment and surgical areas

What Our Veterinary Technicians & Assistants Bring

• At least two years of hands-on veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience
• Current veterinary technician license or progress toward licensure preferred
• Confidence with IV catheter placement, venipuncture, laboratory testing, and radiology
• Experience with anesthesia monitoring and surgical assistance
• Safe, compassionate, and effective patient-handling skills
• Strong communication and client-education abilities
• Ability to take initiative and work independently when needed
• Excellent organization, time management, and attention to detail
• Ability to thrive in a busy, fast-paced hospital environment
• Dependable attendance and punctuality