Licensed Veterinary Technician

Advanced Animal Hospital Group; Iowa (LA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary clinic in Clive, Iowa, is seeking a full-time Registered Veterinary Technician. The role involves providing patient care, mentoring staff, and ensuring smooth operations. Join a supportive team with a focus on growth and development.

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental benefits package

401k program with company match

Yearly scrub allowance

Flexible schedule with PTO

Developmental opportunities

Discounts for your furry friends

Qualifications

• Proficient in laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental, and nursing skills.
• Ability to remain patient and composed in stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Guide support staff to ensure smooth shift operations.
• Provide patient care under the supervision of a DVM.
• Accurately record medical, client, and case information.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Organization

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician

Job description

Overview

Waukee Clive Veterinary Clinic is seeking a full-time Registered Veterinary Technician to join our team!

Hospital Location:

15151 Hickman Rd., Clive, Iowa 50325

Shift Details:

(4) 10-hour weekday shifts

Compensation:

$25-28/hr

This is an exciting opportunity for a technician looking to be part of a growing & evolving clinic!

Our ideal candidate is passionate, empathetic, and skilled in all duties of a Registered Veterinary Technician. We value our great culture and are looking for someone who will contribute positively to the team and bring a positive attitude to work every day! We want you to love where you work, and you will love it here!

Benefits we offer:

• Discounts for your furry friends!
• Medical, vision, and dental benefits package.
• 401k program with company match starting day 1!
• A yearly scrub allowance for all employees.
• Developmental opportunities for mentorship, growth, and leadership within a network of clinics.
• Flexible schedule with PTO to support work-life balance!
• Customized learning and development opportunities!

Job Summary:

The Registered Veterinary Technician provides leadership and training to support staff in a small animal facility, following hospital policies and procedures, and delivers medical care to patients as permitted by the veterinary practice act. The technician will communicate effectively with team members and clients, with great attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and uphold MVP's core values and mission statement.
• Guide support staff to ensure smooth shift operations.
• Mentor team members for career and personal development.
• Contribute to performance evaluations with the hospital manager.
• Provide patient care under the supervision of a DVM.
• Maintain excellent client communication.
• Accurately record medical, client, and case information in patient records.
• Review medical records, estimates, or discharge instructions with clients.
• Answer client questions confidently and refer to veterinarians when appropriate.

Qualifications:

• Proficient in laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental, and nursing skills.
• Ability to remain patient and composed in stressful and fast-paced situations.
• Capable of giving SQ, IM, and IV injections.
• Knowledge of prescription drugs, their dosages, side effects, and client communication.
• Understanding of anesthesia and recovery processes, alerting veterinarians to concerns.
• Ability to properly extubate, monitor temperature, and recover patients from anesthesia.
• Strong reasoning, memory, mathematics, and language skills in English.
• Confident around pets.

Why Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP)?

We are a rapidly growing network of veterinary hospitals committed to being the employer of choice in veterinary medicine. We prioritize people over profits, invest in our talented teams, and live our core values daily. MVP is a place where careers thrive for those who believe in teamwork and achievement.

What’s in it for you?

We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, generous PTO, pet health discounts, and a dollar-for-dollar match on 401K, along with a friendly, smart team!

MVP is an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and committed to inclusion for all employees.