Clinic Veterinary Assistant — Fast-Paced Animal Care

Animal Rescue League of Iowa; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Education assistance for CVT education

Disability & life insurance

Supplementary insurances

401(k) retirement plan

Veterinary benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Animal Rescue League of Iowa in Des Moines seeks a Clinic Veterinary Assistant to support the medical services and mission of our ARL Afford-a-Care Pet Clinics. This role provides hands-on patient care, animal handling, treatment support, and daily assistance to the clinic veterinary team.

We value experienced animal-handling, teamwork, and a commitment to affordable care. On-the-job training is provided with potential educational support for a CVT program; new hires may receive a $250 sign-on

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, or ability to obtain one.
• At least one year of hands-on professional animal-handling experience required.
• Experience in a veterinary clinic or animal-care setting preferred.
• Comfortable handling dogs and cats with varying medical and behavioral needs.
• Basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and veterinary team with exams, treatments, and patient care.
• Safely handle, restrain, and care for dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments.
• Prepare exam rooms, treatment areas, supplies, and equipment for medical care.
• Support patient comfort, recovery, and monitoring as directed by staff.
• Assist with basic laboratory preparation, stocking, and equipment maintenance.
• Clean and disinfect equipment, rooms, kennels, and workspaces.
• Provide friendly, professional support to clients and reinforce care instructions.
• Document information accurately and follow procedures.

Skills

Animal handling

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Animal Rescue League of Iowa in Des Moines seeks a Clinic Veterinary Assistant to support the medical services and mission of our ARL Afford-a-Care Pet Clinics. This role provides hands-on patient care, animal handling, treatment support, and daily assistance to the clinic veterinary team.

We value experienced animal-handling, teamwork, and a commitment to affordable care. On-the-job training is provided with potential educational support for a CVT program; new hires may receive a $250 sign-on