Veterinary Assistant

At Excelsior Springs Animal Clinic, our mission is simple: providing exceptional small animal care rooted in deep community trust. We are proud to be an AAHA Accredited practice, signifying our commitment to the highest standards of veterinary excellence. This dedication is reflected in our outstanding 4.8-star Google rating, showing how much our clients value the quality medicine and compassionate service you provide.

If you are looking for an opportunity to genuinely impact patient lives alongside devoted teammates, this is where you can begin to do your best work.

Joining our hospital means becoming part of a supportive network that puts professional development first. We believe that every teammate should have the opportunity to grow, which is why we offer robust programs designed to help you achieve your career aspirations, whether that involves becoming a credentialed technician or moving into a leadership role. We prioritize continuing education and provide the resources you need to succeed in a demanding yet rewarding field.

We are focused on cultivating a culture of mentorship and collaboration, ensuring you always have a partner in your career journey.

Our commitment is exclusively to small animal medicine, offering focused and comprehensive care within our community. Though we are a local practice, our teammates benefit from the extensive resources of our larger network. This connection ensures you have immediate access to internal specialty consultations, allowing us to manage complex cases and expand your clinical skills without delay. We equip our veterinarians and technicians with the necessary tools to uphold AAHA standards every day, ensuring that the quality of medicine you practice is always cutting-edge and consistent.

Excelsior Springs, Missouri, offers a charming environment known for its historical architecture and welcoming Midwestern atmosphere. This community provides an ideal setting for professionals looking for a balance between career achievement and quality of life. You will find that life here moves at a pace that allows for true connection, both with your neighbors and with the devoted clients who rely on our small animal practice every day.

Job Description

• Provide Essential Patient Care: You ll be a key player in the health of our patients, assisting the medical team with hands-on care and ensuring every animal is treated with compassion and respect.
• Be the Go-To Support for the Medical Team: You ll be the backbone of the clinic, anticipating the needs of veterinarians and technicians to ensure a smooth, efficient, and collaborative workflow.
• Create a Positive Client
  
  Experience:
  
  You ll help create a seamless visit for our clients by assisting with scheduling, payments, and communications, always with a courteous and informative approach.
• Ensure a Safe and Clean Environment: You ll take pride in maintaining the hospital, performing clinic upkeep and equipment maintenance to uphold our high standards of care.

• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• A calm and efficient approach, with the ability to handle a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment with composure.
• Confidence and skill in handling pets of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in fundamental veterinary skills ranging from laboratory and pharmacy to nursing and radiology is a strong asset.

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

Note:

Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.

A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role.

We offer comprehensive coverage options including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all teammates.

Plan for your future with our 401k retirement options and additional financial protection benefits like Life Insurance and Disability coverage.

We support your career goals with opportunities for professional development, including educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs.

Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration, career growth, and sharing best practices.

Enjoy discounted veterinary care for your own pets, access to an online discount platform, and free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The…