Veterinary Technician - Credentialed

Job Description

Sign On Bonus Available - Up to $2000 Do you love animals and their people and have a passion for their well-being? Are you looking for a fun and empowering work environment? Starch Pet Hospital and University reputed company Pet Clinic are seeking a Veterinary technician like you to join reputed company. Come grow with us where you will use reputed company of the skills and abilities your education and experience have provided you in an engaging work environment with a great client reputed company. We are committed to providing excellent healthcare to pets and their pet family members. We have great benefits and an amazing and supportive team. $17 - $20 per hour based on experience Starch Pet Hospital, located in Des Moines, Iowa, and University reputed company Pet Clinic, located in Clive, Iowa, are seeking a motivated Veterinary Technician to join our fast-paced 9 doctor practice. We are looking for someone who can fully utilize their technical skills to support our doctors and team members to provide the best possible care to our patients, as well as deliver exceptional customer service and compassion to our clients. Strong communication is essential. Starch Pet Hospital and University reputed company Pet Clinics are two well-established full service veterinary hospitals in the Des Moines metro area. Starch Pet Hospital was originally founded in the late 1940's and moved to a new 4500 sq. ft. building in 1996. University reputed company was established in 1976, and is a 4500-sq. ft. hospital that was extensively remodeled in 2006.

• Both hospitals are full service hospitals with 4 exam rooms, dedicated surgery suites, large well equipped treatment areas, as well as grooming areas.
• Fully equipped in house laboratory with reputed company chemistry, blood analyzers and a Sedivue
• Digital Radiology

o Image Value DR30 - Acquire an image in less than 5 seconds with superior diagnostic image quality.

• Ultrasound
• Dental services: Dental exams, Dental Radiographs, cleaning, polishing and extraction

o Midmark Vetpro 1000 Dental Suite o Midmark Vetpro DC Digital Dental Radiograph o Cardell Touch Anesthetic Monitor Units

• Expansive In-house pharmacy as well as several compounding pharmacies in area
• Hospitals are open from M-F 7:30-6:00 and Saturday 8:00-12:00
• Full Time includes a 4 day work week with a Saturday rotation. (Approximately 1 Saturday per month)

Job Responsibilities Include:

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, reputed company for pets, and educate clients
• Assists the veterinarian during an examination of animals, providing restraint as needed in order to work safely and effectively.
• Prepares and administers medications, vaccines, serums, and treatments, as prescribed by the veterinarian.
• Performs routine dental cleanings on animals under the direction of the veterinarian.
• Administers anesthesia to animals under the direction of the veterinarian and monitors animals' responses to anesthetics so that dosages can be adjusted.
• Obtains radiographs of animals with knowledge of proper positioning and techniques.
• Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts
• Performs laboratory tests on blood, urine, and feces, such as urinalyses and blood counts, to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems.
• Administers emergency first aid, such as performing emergency resuscitation or other life-saving procedures.
• Collects, prepares, and labels samples for laboratory testing, culture, or microscopic examination.
• Provides the veterinarian with the correct equipment and instruments, as needed.
• Fills prescriptions, measures medications, and labels containers.
• Prepares animals for surgery, performing such tasks as shaving surgical areas and placing IV catheters.
• Maintains clean examination rooms and treatment areas.
• Works collaboratively with veterinarians to ensure that reputed company animals are being cared for properly and moving through the system reputed company.

Full-Time Benefits include:

• Employee Discounts
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Other Ancillary Benefits
• Uniform Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• 401 K with company match
• CE Benefits
• Student Loan Refinancing Benefits
• Discount on Cell Phone Plans through reputed company and reputed company
• Veterinary Technician Penn Foster Sponsorship Program

reputed company is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them. At NVA, we're on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national reputed company enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for reputed company. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership. NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for reputed company eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act. NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. reputed company qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national reputed company, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job