Careers

Kirkwood Animal Hospital is all about making life better for people and their pets through excellence in medicine surgery and service. We know pets are cherished family members. We strive to make our patients experiences with us as pleasant as possible, no matter the circumstances.

We are looking for a motivated, outgoing individual to be the first point of contact for our clients as a Client Service Representative. Dedicated to providing high-quality service and exceeding customer expectations in every interaction, your mission is to be the guide for our clients through the entire visit process. As a CSR you will be a loyal advocate for our clients, a creative problem-solver, and a collaborative team member. You will have the opportunity to continually improve our patient experience, working alongside team members passionate about the animals we serve and the families who love them.

Customer Service experience required. Evening and weekend hours required.

Pay is commensurate with experience and includes bonus structure. Paid vacation in accordance with experience. Participation in the cafeteria plan for health benefits is available, as is up to 3% matching for Simple IRA participation is provided for full time employees.

Salary: $17.00 – $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance

We strive to make our patients’ experiences with us as pleasant as possible, no matter the circumstances. As a technician or assistant, your exceptional skills will directly contribute to providing this high-quality care and we can’t do it without you.

Our ideal teammate will understand the importance of exceptional client service and patient advocacy, and how it relates to helping clients select their choice of preventive and urgent care for pets. Additionally, applicants should have a positive attitude, an ability to work efficiently under pressure, and a desire to learn and grow in their practice.

We’re looking for an enthusiastic, compassionate and skilled Veterinary Technician and/or Veterinary Assistant to help us continue to be “The Best Friend to our Client’s Best Friends.” Our current rate of growth has opened up new opportunities for talented and outgoing technical staff members. If you are looking for a practice where you can grow your technical skills, help clients appreciate the value of pet healthcare and enjoy a team-oriented environment, you have found the right place!

On the job training is available. Evenings and weekends are required.

Pay is commensurate with experience and includes bonus structure. Paid vacation in accordance with experience. Participation in the cafeteria plan for health benefits is available, as is up to 3% matching for Simple IRA participation is provided.

Salary: $16.00 – $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Veterinary Experience: 1 year (Preferred)
• Veterinary Technician Experience: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Veterinary Technician Certification (Preferred)

Kirkwood Animal Hospital is currently looking for a team oriented, flexible, collaborative Veterinarian to join our hospital team.

Kirkwood Animal Hospital’s mission is to make life better for people and their pets through excellence in medicine, surgery and service. “The Best Friend to our Client’s Best Friends.” If you are quick on your feet, love to learn and willing to be a part of a working family then we should talk. Recent graduates and experienced DVMs are encouraged to apply.

As part of our hospital team, your patients will be cared for by our experienced and supportive veterinary technicians and staff allowing you to focus on your patient’s wellness or medical plans. Our team is led by experienced management staff focused on creating comprehensive medical patient care standards, upbeat work culture and committed to continual growth. Offering competitive salary and compensation packages to allow for a healthy work life balance!

As an Associate Veterinarian, you will have access to all the tools needed to care for the pets that come through our doors. Equipment like digital radiology, ultrasound, ability to run in-house bloodwork, digital dental x-rays, new state of the art ultrasonography equipment, a surgical laser, anesthesia monitoring equipment and access to boarded orthopedic surgical services and radiology will be at your disposal.

We are a general practice hospital that offers high quality veterinary services to our community 6 days a week. Services include wellness and preventative care, dentals, general and advanced surgery, internal medicine, vaccinations, chip ID and alternative medicine. Surgical experience or interest is a plus!

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) Degree or equivalent from an accredited university
• Licensure in good standing

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Salary: $100,000.00 – $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekends

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Signing bonus

Kirkwood Animal Hospital is seeking a professional, compassionate, and collaborative Relief Veterinarian to support our growing hospital team.

At Kirkwood Animal Hospital, our mission is to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them through excellence in veterinary medicine, surgery, and client service. We are committed to creating a positive, team-focused environment where veterinarians are supported by experienced technicians, dedicated support staff, and strong leadership.

This opportunity is ideal for a veterinarian seeking flexibility and work-life balance while practicing high-quality medicine in a well-equipped and supportive hospital setting. Both experienced DVMs and recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

Position Overview

As a Relief Veterinarian, you will provide medical care for small animal patients while collaborating closely with our experienced clinical team. Our support staff is highly trained and allows our veterinarians to focus on patient care, diagnostics, treatment planning, and client communication.

We value teamwork, professionalism, adaptability, and a commitment to continued learning and patient care excellence.

Hospital Features & Medical Equipment

Our hospital is equipped with advanced diagnostic and surgical technology, including:

• Digital radiography
• Digital dental radiography
• Ultrasound and advanced ultrasonography equipment
• In-house laboratory capabilities
• Surgical laser
• Anesthesia monitoring equipment
• Access to boarded orthopedic surgical services and radiology consultation

About Our Practice

We are a full-service small animal general practice providing comprehensive veterinary care six days a week. Services include:

• Preventative and wellness care
• Dentistry
• General and advanced soft tissue surgery
• Internal medicine
• Vaccinations
• Microchip identification
• Alternative medicine services

Candidates with surgical experience or a strong interest in surgery are welcomed.

Compensation

Kirkwood Animal Hospital offers competitive compensation ranging from $70–$90 per hour, based on experience, skill set, and schedule availability.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent from an accredited institution
• Active veterinary license in good standing
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Commitment to high standards of patient and client care

Position Type

• Relief / Contract
• Part-time opportunities available
• Flexible scheduling tailored to your availability

Schedule

• Choose the days and shifts that work best for your schedule
• No minimum weekly commitment required
• Daytime, evening, and weekend opportunities available

Work Location

• In-person at our Kirkwood, Missouri hospital location