Heritage Veterinary Hospital·Creve Coeur, Missouri
The veterinary technician will perform patient care duties including surgical assistance, emergency care, and diagnostic sample collection. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate patient records and providing compassionate communication to clients.
Heritage Veterinary Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Technician!
Role: Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician Status: Full-time Salary: $19 - $22 / hour Schedule: 35 - 39-hour workweeks. Rotating Friday and Saturday shifts.
Licensing and experience are strongly preferred, but tech students and new graduates are welcome to apply! 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 discounts Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program Heritage Veterinary Hospital is looking for an innovative, passionate, and easygoing full-time Registered Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant to join our team. We are an AAHA-accredited practice and pride ourselves on excellent care and thorough client communication. We have a passionate, well-educated, and fun staff. We strive for a well-balanced and enjoyable clinic atmosphere. Our clientele trusts our entire team and our team-based approach to medicine. Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love It Here Scheduling that fosters a proper work-life balance and flexibility when life happens Coworkers committed to your success A clinic culture that celebrates your awesome self Mentorship and support as you grow in your career What You’ll Contribute Safe and effective patient handling and restraint Knowledge of preventative care and vaccines Attentive induction, monitoring, and recovery of surgical patients Emergency and surgical care - including IV catheter placement and intubation Obtaining diagnostics - including radiographs, phlebotomy, and sample collection, and performing in-house lab work Professional, compassionate communication with clients and staff Succinct documentation of patient records and client interactions What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring A dedication to patient and client care Attention to detail Ability to manage time and multitask in a dynamic environment Proficiency in drug calculations Benefits You Can’t Beat Financial Benefits A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan Flexible Spending Account (full-time only) 529 Savings Plan Tuition Support Program (full-time only) Referral bonus program Wellness Benefits Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only) Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only) Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply. Sick Time / Paid Time Off Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets Pet discounts on services and products Pet food discount program Workplace Benefits Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program State license reimbursement VTNE exam fee reimbursement Professional development opportunities Continuing education allowance Uniform allowance Lifestyle Benefits Six paid holidays (full-time only) Employee Assistance Program Employee discount program Join Our Team! Our hospital is a place to grow as a person and a veterinary professional. We have a great team and would love to have you join it! We look forward to hearing from you! Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Heritage Veterinary Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.
Market context
In Missouri, dental roles are often competitive because practices look for licensed DDS or DMD candidates who can balance patient care, efficiency, and continuity in a local patient base. This posting is open to both experienced practitioners and new graduates, and the benefits include medical and vision insurance, 401K, mentorship, and a continuing education allowance. Job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review fit faster; if you apply, confirm the mentorship structure and CE details during screening.
