Veterinary Assistant - Raytown-Gregory Animal Health Center

Overview

Raytown-Gregory Animal Health Center invites you to join a dedicated practice where medical excellence meets community trust. We are proud to serve Raytown, MO, as a certified AAHA Accredited facility, reflecting our unwavering commitment to the highest standards of veterinary care. Our team is committed to professional development and providing resources and workflow support to focus on patient care. We offer a positive learning environment with opportunities for credentialing as a veterinary technician, mentorship to expand clinical skills, and pathways to future leadership roles.

We aim to empower you to do your best work every day and provide excellent small animal care supported by our AAHA accreditation and established protocols. Our affiliated network provides access to internal specialty consultations when needed. Raytown offers a balance of suburban convenience and access to Kansas City metro amenities, with a welcoming community atmosphere for a fulfilling veterinary career.

• Provide Essential Patient Care: assist the medical team with hands-on care and ensure every animal is treated with compassion and respect.
• Be the Go-To Support for the Medical Team: anticipate the needs of veterinarians and technicians to maintain a smooth, efficient, and collaborative workflow.
• Create a Positive Client
  
  Experience:
  
  assist with scheduling, payments, and communications with a courteous and informative approach.
• Ensure a Safe and Clean Environment: maintain the hospital, perform clinic upkeep and equipment maintenance to uphold 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 (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. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.

• Competitive Compensation: A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role.
• Health & Wellbeing:
  Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, plus access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all teammates.
• Financial Security: 401k retirement options and additional financial protection benefits like Life Insurance and Disability coverage.
• Commitment to Growth:
  Opportunities for professional development, including educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs.
• The Power of a Network:
  Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration and growth.
• Valuable Perks:
  Discounted veterinary care for your own pets, online discount platform access, and 24/7 Teladoc access to doctors.

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine. We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 "Most Loved Workplace," ranked #2 in America s Top 100 and #1 in veterinary care.

Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Please contact  with your request and contact information.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.