Careers

About the Role

Do you feel stagnant or undervalued in your veterinary career? Are your days off spent reliving last week's messes and dreading next week's train wrecks when you should be sleeping in, sipping bubble tea, and trying to put sunglasses on your dog? These are just some symptoms of a severe condition called "Not Working at Horton Animal Hospital Discovery. " We're not doctors well… some of us are, but we believe the best course of treatment is to keep reading and then apply to become a part of our fantastic team!   

 "Some of us are doctors" may be an understatement. We have 13 dedicated DVMs providing outstanding patient care around the clock, and we are ready to hire two Certified Veterinary Technicians to offer overnight support. So, if you are a night owl and a team player with surgical experience, we want to hear from you!   

 Our overnight CVTs should be ready to:   

• Take control of situations, guiding the medical care team through treatments and procedures   
• Teach and train their fellow coworkers   
• Contribute to a pleasant, cohesive workplace   
• Grow and advance your skills 

At Horton, we strive to cultivate a supportive, fun environment that encourages camaraderie and opportunities to learn and grow. In addition to practicing excellent medicine with exceptional people, Horton Animal Hospital Discovery offers consistent scheduling, excellent work-life balance, and awesome benefits, including:  

Financial Benefits:  

• A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance 
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan 
• Flexible Spending Account 
• 529 Savings Plan 
• Tuition Support Program 
• Referral bonus program  

Wellness Benefits:  

• Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision 
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance 
• All US-based, benefits-eligible employees with a minimum of one year of service may receive up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child 
• 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 
• Professional development opportunities  
• State license reimbursement 
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement 
• Continuing education allowance 
• Uniform allowance  
• Access to our VetCor Techlife Facebook group, including thousands of veterinary technicians company-wide 

Lifestyle Benefits: 

• Six paid holidays 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Employee discount program 

Full-time schedules typically comprise 3 x12 hr. or 4 x10 hr. shifts per week (average 36-40 hours per week). Our management team of two hospital managers and two DVM chiefs of staff are dedicated to making this hospital a place where our staff feels respected, valued, and supported. 

Responsibilities/Qualifications:  

• RVTs must possess a valid Missouri RVT license. New RVTs and new Veterinary Technicians are encouraged to apply.  
• Confidence to own tasks and responsibilities to deliver positive outcomes.  
• A positive, supportive approach at all times, recognizing that remarkable results are achieved through teamwork and mutual respect.  
• Safe and effective patient handling and restraint  
• Proficiency in perioperative care  
• Competency in emergency and critical care  
• Diagnostics - including radiographs, phlebotomy and sample collection, and in-house lab work  
• Professional, compassionate communication with clients and staff.   
• Succinct documentation of patient records and client interactions.   

Each member of our team can anticipate:  

• Flexibility with scheduling to ensure a healthy work-life balance  
• Employee benefits that strengthen both the body and the mind  
• Opportunity to use your veterinary skills to better your community  
• A clinic culture that celebrates your unique awesomeness!  
• Occasional coffee runs, potlucks, and meals on us  
• A fridge stocked with drinks and snacks – always  
• Mentoring and support as you grow and advance your career – The more you know, the better off we all are!  

 If you are passionate about animal care and have the necessary qualifications, we would love to hear from you! Join our team of dedicated professionals who are committed to providing the highest quality care for our animal patients. 

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Horton Animal Hospital Discovery 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. 

What's In It For You