Veterinary Technician at Bear Creek Animal Hospital

Practice

Bear Creek Animal Hospital takes pride in our advanced and evolving knowledge of veterinary medicine. Building ever-lasting relationships with our clients and patients is of the utmost importance. Our veterinary team achieves this by tailoring our veterinary services to fit the needs of each patient and personalizing each experience.

Our state of the art facility opened in January of 2024, featuring 6 exams rooms, 2 surgery suites, a separate dental area, ultrasound, surgical cutting laser, and more!Dr. Christen Fielding is a General Practitioner who has been practicing in the St. Louis area since 2010. With over 10 years of experience in veterinary medicine, her knowledge, compassion, and dedication result in providing exceptional care to her patients. She is an experienced surgeon and has many years of emergency and urgent care medicine which allow her to excel in treating a wide range of complex medical cases. This variety in experience also ensures that each of her patients receive the highest quality care in preventative medicine as well as any unexpected illness or injuries that arise. Providing detailed assessments and education to clients ensures that her clients can make the best decisions for each of their unique pets.

More about the Role

Bear Creek Animal Hospital | Wentzville, MO$18–$23/hour

If you're a veterinary technician who enjoys the variety of general practice but also wants opportunities to learn from doctors with experience in surgery, orthopedics, and emergency medicine, Bear Creek Animal Hospital may be a great fit for your next step.

We're looking for an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our team in our newer Wentzville facility. As a primarily general practice hospital, you'll see the preventive care, dentistry, diagnostics, surgery, and day-to-day medicine that make GP so varied, while also working alongside DVMs whose backgrounds bring additional depth in emergency medicine, surgery, and orthopedics.

At Bear Creek, we believe great patient care starts with people who feel supported by the team around them. We're intentionally building a workplace centered on collaboration, compassion, professional growth, and wellbeing; where team members can do work they're proud of while still having a life outside of the hospital.

More Than Your Typical GP Experience

Our facility opened in 2024 and was designed to support high-quality medicine and continued growth. You'll work with:

• Six exam rooms and two surgical suites
• A dedicated dental area
• Ultrasound and surgical cutting laser
• A varied general practice medical and surgical caseload
• Orthopedic services
• Opportunities to participate in more complex cases and continue expanding your technical skills

You'll work alongside Dr. Christen Fielding, whose experience includes general practice, surgery, and emergency and urgent-care medicine, and Dr. Katherine Carr, who brings experience in both emergency medicine and orthopedic services to Bear Creek.

That combination gives our technicians the opportunity to build a strong foundation in general practice while learning from DVMs with experience managing more complex medical and surgical cases.

What You'll Do

We want our technicians involved in patient care and using their skills. Depending on your experience and training, your day may include:

• Supporting appointments and providing hands-on nursing care
• Venipuncture and IV catheter placement
• Preparing and administering medications as directed
• Monitoring patients and assisting with anesthesia
• Supporting surgical, orthopedic, and dental procedures
• Performing and assisting with diagnostic testing
• Maintaining accurate medical records
• Educating clients and helping them understand their pet's care
• Working closely with our DVMs and support team to keep patient care moving efficiently

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is confident in the fundamentals, eager to continue developing, and ready to contribute to patient care.

We'd love to meet you if you:

• Have previous veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience
• Are comfortable working directly with patients and clients
• Communicate clearly and work collaboratively
• Can stay organized and adaptable in a busy hospital
• Take ownership of your role and the quality of care you provide
• Want to continue learning and expanding your technical skills

RVT/CVT credentials are welcomed and valued, but not required for this position. Skill, experience, and a willingness to grow matter to us.

Compensation & Benefits

$18–$23/hour, based on experience and credentials.

Benefits for eligible team members include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Employee pet-care discounts
• Continuing education and professional-development opportunities
• Support for team members interested in advancing their veterinary careers

Grow Your Skills Without Leaving General Practice Behind

If you love the variety and relationships that come with general practice, want exposure to doctors with deeper experience in emergency medicine, surgery, and orthopedics, and want to help build a collaborative, supportive workplace, we'd like to meet you.

Apply today to start a conversation with the Bear Creek Animal Hospital team.

Competencies

• Patience & Compassion: Remaining professional while still making teammates, clients, and patients feel as comfortable as possible regardless of the situation or challenges presented. Responding quickly and calmly to crisis while maintaining a high standard of patient care.
• Collaboration & Teamwork: Carefully coordinating actions with veterinarians and practice team members. Providing feedback appropriately and in a timely manner. Quickly incorporating feedback to ensure positive results. Sharing ideas and being open to other’s ideas.
• Communicating: Conveying instructions to clients and teammates to ensure successful patient care.
• Active Listening: Following the instructions of veterinarians and sometimes patient owners. Picking up on the needs of veterinarians and teammates based on prior experiences and feedback.
• Organization Skills: Clear tracking of lab specimens, medications, patient instructions, workflow, and other job-related items while managing multiple patients and clients.
• Client Satisfaction: Ensuring all activities and interactions result in the highest level of client satisfaction.

Essential Responsibilities

• Supporting appointments and providing hands-on nursing care
• Venipuncture and IV catheter placement
• Preparing and administering medications as directed
• Monitoring patients and assisting with anesthesia
• Supporting surgical, orthopedic, and dental procedures
• Performing and assisting with diagnostic testing
• Maintaining accurate medical records
• Educating clients and helping them understand their pet's care
• Working closely with our DVMs and support team to keep patient care moving efficiently

Requirements/Qualifications

• Previous veterinary experience
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance
• Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE
• Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS office applications, etc.
• Basic math and ability to calculate medication dosages
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety

Benefits Offered

• Paid time off
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement benefits (401k, Roth k and matching)
• Bonus incentive
• Career and professional development
• State licensing fee reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program

Benefits offered may vary depending on full or part time employment status according to company policy. 

Pay Range