Interested in Becoming Part of Our Team?
If you’re passionate about caring for animals, great at communicating with co-workers and customers, and enthusiastic about a career in veterinary medicine, we want to talk to you! Browse our available positions below.
Veterinary Technician
DESCRIPTION
The Veterinary Technician will be responsible for inpatient care; surgical monitoring; dental procedures (within the allowable limits provided by the law in Missouri); radiology; sample collection and diagnostics; and client services. We are looking for applicants who have a strong work ethic and want to practice at the highest level of their abilities. Our doctors take the time with the clients and staff to explain procedures, and we expect our staff to practice the same level of caring communication in dealing with clients. Salary for the Veterinary Technician position is commensurate with experience.
BENEFITS
Brentwood Animal Hospital employees receive comprehensive benefits including:
- Competitive compensation
- 401K option with employer contribution
- Group medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- CE allowance
- Employee pet discount
- Growth potential
WORKING CONDITIONS
The Veterinary Technician job requires a 32-40 hour work week, with possible intermittent weekends, holidays, overtime and/or evening work. Compliance with hospital safety and employee policy manual is expected. The Veterinary Technician will have frequent contact with clients and patients in a fast paced and changing work environment. He/she must be comfortable working around sick, injured, or unruly animals in an environment where the noise level can be moderately to very loud. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand: walk: use hands and fingers to reach or feel: climb, balance, stoop, kneel or, crouch. The employee must be able to lift up to 35-40 lbs. unassisted and up to over 100 lbs. with assistance.
QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED:
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Current license in the state of Missouri or minimum of two years working in a veterinary hospital or clinic
- Excellent communication, organizational, and technical skills
- Ability to work under pressure and stay calm in a high volume and potentially stressful environment
- Demonstrates professionalism and good judgment
- Regular and timely attendance is required
Receptionist
DESCRIPTION
The Receptionist will serve as a direct liaison between our clients and veterinarians, ensuring that both the patients’ needs and clients’ expectations are met. He/she will be responsible for communicating treatment plans; maintaining meticulous patient records and documentation of client communications; processing patients’ prescriptions; and collecting payment for services rendered. The Receptionist will also be required to answer incoming phone calls and emails in a prompt, professional, and courteous manner. This position reports to the Practice Manager and will also receive direction from the Lead Technician, Practice Manager, and Medical Director.
BENEFITS
Brentwood Animal Hospital employees receive comprehensive benefits, including:
- Competitive compensation
- 401K option with employer contribution
- Group medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- CE allowance
- Employee pet discount
- Growth potential
JOB REQUIREMENTS
The Receptionist must possess the ability to work well with people, displaying empathy and understanding while supporting the philosophies and procedures of the hospital. The position requires being able to communicate tactfully and maintain calm compassion in emotional situations, as well as to generally provide our clients with an experience that goes above and beyond their expectations. The Receptionist must be comfortable interacting with animals and working in an environment that can become busy, loud, and/or stressful.
QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED:
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Basic competency and comfort using computers and standard office technology
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
- Ability to take direction and retain information
- Strong multi-tasking ability and attention to detail
- Understanding of basic medical terminology
- Demonstrates professionalism and good judgment
- Regular and timely attendance is required
