Registered Veterinary Technician

Alliance Animal Health; Newton (IA); On-site; USD 26,174 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with matching

Paid vacation and sick time

Tuition assistance program

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Alliance Animal Health is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician for its Newton Animal Clinic in Iowa. This role involves animal restraint, patient triage, lab sample management, and surgical assistance in a progressive veterinary environment.

The ideal candidate will have an active RVT license, experience in animal healthcare, and strong communication skills. We offer a pay range of $19 – $22/hr based on experience, along with comprehensive health benefits, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Entry-level RVTs and new-grad technicians are welcome to apply.
• Consistent punctuality and reliability.
• Availability to work Saturday mornings required.
• Excellent client communication skills.
• Expertise in safe animal restraint techniques.
• Experience with blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimen collection.

Responsibilities

• Perform animal restraint and triage of patients.
• Collect and analyze lab samples.
• Manage nursing care for hospitalized cases.
• Administer medications as prescribed.
• Prepare animals for surgery and assist in surgical procedures.

Skills

Veterinary procedures knowledge

Animal restraint techniques

Client communication

Medical record management

Sample collection methods

Anesthesia administration

Radiographic positioning

Education

Active Registered Veterinary Technician license

Job description

Overview

Newton Animal Clinic is a well-established, progressive, fast paced multi‑doctor general small animal practice located in Newton, Iowa with a sister clinic in Bondurant, Iowa. We offer many services to provide comprehensive care to our patients, including Preventative Care, Surgery, Urgent Care, High Speed Dentistry, In‑House Diagnostics, Digital full body and dental radiology, Endoscopy, Ultrasonography, Medical and Vacation Boarding. Both locations are AAHA certified hospitals.

Hours of Operation

• Mon‑Fri: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Sat: First, third, and fifth Saturday of the month 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Sun: Closed

To learn more about us, click here!

Job Duties

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.

Opportunities for virtual and hands‑on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

• 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.

Pay Range

$19 – $22 /hr depending on experience level.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: health, dental, vision, liability, 401(k) & 401(k) 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 assistance program.
• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM partnership through Penn Foster.
• Career development opportunities.
• Referral bonus program for most positions.
• Additional benefits may also be available (e.g., holiday pay, bonuses, etc.).

Hiring eligibility may be contingent upon 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.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit: https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/