Full-Time RVT — Compassionate Vet Tech with Benefits

Veterinary Practice Partners; Hiawatha (IA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Job summary

Petersen Pet Hospital in Hiawatha, Iowa is hiring a full-time Registered Veterinary Technician to provide skilled patient care and outstanding service to clients. The ideal candidate has RVT certification, experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures.

We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan for full-time staff. Salary starts at $20+ per hour, based on skills and experience.

Qualifications

• RVT certification required.
• Experience in animal care and client communication.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA and hospital safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate with clients, including care instructions and status updates.
• Perform lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Skills

Animal handling

Client communication

Veterinary procedures

Safety awareness

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) certification

Tools

Radiography equipment

Medical records software

Job description

Petersen Pet Hospital in Hiawatha, Iowa is hiring a full-time Registered Veterinary Technician to provide skilled patient care and outstanding service to clients. The ideal candidate has RVT certification, experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures.

We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan for full-time staff. Salary starts at $20+ per hour, based on skills and experience.