Registered Veterinary Technician

Bondurant Animal Clinic; Bondurant (IA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits (health, dental

Vision, liability, 401k & 401K match

HSA & FSA

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid parental leave

Career development opportunities

Referral bonus program

Job summary

Bondurant Animal Clinic, a well-established small animal practice in Bondurant, IA, seeks a Registered Veterinary Technician to join our fast-paced team. The RVT will assist in triage, labs, imaging, anesthesia, and surgical support, while maintaining patient care and client communication.

We offer comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development; prior radiography and anesthesia experience are valued. Weekend availability may be required.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active RVT license and be eligible to work in the U.S.
• Entry-level RVTs and new graduates welcome; training provided.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work some Saturday mornings.
• Strong client communication and medical record keeping required.
• Solid knowledge of veterinary procedures, hospital operations, and ethics.

Responsibilities

• Restrain animals safely and triage incoming patients.
• Collect and analyze lab samples; perform diagnostic imaging as needed.
• Provide nursing care for medical and hospitalized cases; administer medications.
• Communicate treatment plans clearly to clients; assist in surgeries and anesthesia monitoring.

Skills

Registered Veterinary Technician

Punctuality

Reliability

Client communication

Medical record management

Vet procedures knowledge

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician license

Tools

Radiographic equipment

Anesthesia monitoring equipment

Dental radiography

Job description

Company Description

Bondurant Animal Clinic is a well-established, progressive, fast paced multi-doctor general small animal practices located in Bondurant, IA with a sister clinic in Newton, IA. We offer many services to provide the best comprehensive care to our patients including Preventative Care, Surgery, Urgent Care, High Speed Dentistry, In-House Diagnostics, Digital full body and dental radiology, Endoscopy and Ultrasonography. We are proud to be able to say that both of our hospitals are AAHA certified!

Hours of operation

• Mon-Fri: 8:00AM - 5:00PM
• Saturday: Open the Second and Fourth Saturday of each month from 8:00AM - 12:00PM
• Sunday: Closed

Job Description

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

We’re Looking For:

• A Registered Veterinary Technician with an active license required.
  • Entry-level RVTs and new grad technicians are welcome to apply, we are happy to teach and train!
• Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts.
• Availability to work some Saturday morning shifts.
• Excellent client communication and medical record management skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations.
• Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques.
• Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens.
• Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture, with additional skills in dental radiography being a plus.
• Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring.
• Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards.

The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.

Additional Information

Pay Range: $19 - $22/hr depending on experience level

We offer our staff:

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Scrub Allowance and Employee Personal Pet Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Holiday Pay, Bonuses, etc.)

Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

• Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

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