Registered Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Practice Partners; Pleasant Valley Township (IA); On-site; USD 54,443,000 - 60,174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Job summary

Maplewood Veterinary Center in Pleasant Valley Township, IA is hiring a full-time Registered Veterinary Technician. The ideal candidate has RVT certification and experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures.

You will assist vets with exams, surgery, anesthesia and recovery; perform lab work, radiographs, injections and IV catheter placement; maintain medical records and client updates, and keep areas clean and safe.

Qualifications

• RVT certification required.
• Experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates.
• Perform technical duties such as 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

RVT certification

Animal handling

Client communication

Veterinary procedures

Job description

Salary: $19 - $21 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule: Full-time, 4 days per week, Monday–Friday, 7:15 AM–5:00 PM, with a 1-hour lunch break. No weekend hours!

Maplewood Veterinary Center is hiring a full time Registered Veterinary Technicianto provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

Exciting things are happening at our hospital! We’re growing and investing in the future with an exciting hospital expansion, including additional space dedicated to physical therapy and a surgical center. As we expand our facility and services, we’re also growing our team!

This is a great opportunity to join us during an exciting time of growth and be part of what’s next. If you’re looking for a collaborative team where you can grow alongside the practice and make an impact, we’d love to meet you!

What to Expect

• Acomprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees

KeyResponsibilities:

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates
• Perform technical duties such as 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.

Qualifications:

• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) certification is required.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

About Maplewood Veterinary Center

We strive to provide compassionate care with a focus on preventative and wellness care. We recognize the significance of the special God-given human-animal bond and its value to the health of our community, and we are committed to providing a friendly and welcoming environment that enhances that bond. Visit us at https://www.maplewood.vet/ to learn more!

We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.

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