Binder Animal Hospital is looking for an experienced RVT or Veterinary Assistant to join our team! We are a busy, team-oriented hospital providing both general practice and urgent care medicine. This position is a great fit for someone who enjoys variety; you'll have the opportunity to work with routine wellness and preventative care, surgery, dentistry, hospitalized patients, diagnostics, and urgent cases. Our technicians and assistants are an important part of the medical team and are encouraged to use their skills, think critically, communicate with our doctors, and participate actively in patient care. What you'll do: Obtain patient histories and assist with physical examinations Perform venipuncture and place IV catheters Administer medications and injections as directed by a veterinarian Prepare and monitor patients during anesthesia and recovery Assist with surgical and dental procedures Perform in-house laboratory testing and collect diagnostic samples Position patients and obtain diagnostic quality radiographs Assist with hospitalized and urgent care patients Perform patient triage and recognize changes in patient condition Calculate medication dosages and fluid rates Maintain accurate medical records Communicate treatment plans, medications, discharge instructions, and follow-up care with clients Help maintain a clean, organized, well-stocked treatment environment What we're looking for: RVT credentialing is preferred but not required. Experienced veterinary assistants with strong technical skills are encouraged to apply. We're looking for someone who: Is comfortable working in a fast-paced medical environment Has strong technical and patient handling skills Remains calm and effective when caring for urgent or critical patients Communicates well with clients, doctors, and coworkers Is dependable and works well as part of a team Wants to continue learning and developing their veterinary skills Takes pride in providing compassionate, high-quality patient care Schedule and Compensation This is a full-time position averaging approximately 35-36 hours per week, with a combination of general practice and urgent care shifts. Competitive pay based on experience and Missouri licensure Additional pay differential for Urgent Care shifts $500 sign-on bonus Benefits available to eligible full-time employees