Registered Veterinary Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k & matching

Paid vacation & sick time

Continuing Education allowance

Tuition reimbursement

Career development opportunities

Referral bonus program

Personal pet discounts

Job summary

Newton Animal Clinic in Newton, Iowa is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician to join a fast-paced, multi-doctor small animal practice. The role involves animal restraint, triage, lab work, imaging, surgical prep, anesthesia, and communication of treatment plans to clients.

Candidates must hold an active RVT license, have strong client communication and record keeping, and be able to work some Saturdays.

Qualifications

• Must be RVT licensed and in good standing.
• Strong client communication and medical record management skills required.
• Proficiency with radiographic positioning and imaging is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Animal restraint and triage of incoming patients.
• Collection and analysis of labs; diagnostic imaging.
• Nursing care for medical and hospitalized patients; medication administration; treatment plans communication to clients.
• Surgical preparation and assistance; anesthetic management.

Skills

Registered Veterinary Technician

Client communication

Medical record management

Anesthesia monitoring

Laboratory techniques

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (RVT)

Tools

Radiography

Anesthesia equipment

Job description

Company Description

Newton Animal Clinic is a well-established, progressive, fast paced multi-doctor general small animal practices located in Newton, Iowa with a sister clinic in Bondurant, Iowa. 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, Medical and/or Vacation Boarding. We are proud to say that both of our locations are AAHA certified hospitals!

Company Description

Newton Animal Clinic is a well-established, progressive, fast paced multi-doctor general small animal practices located in Newton, Iowa with a sister clinic in Bondurant, Iowa. 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, Medical and/or Vacation Boarding. We are proud to say that both of our locations are AAHA certified hospitals!

Our hours of operation are:

• Mon-Fri: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Sat: Open the First, Third, and Fifth Saturdays of the month from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
• Sun: Closed

To learn more about us, click here!

Job Description

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

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

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

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
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• 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. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, 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.

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/

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