Veterinary Technician

Iowa State University; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment incentive $1,000

Job summary

Iowa State University’s Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center (LVMC) seeks a Veterinary Technician for its 24‑hour Emergency and Critical Care unit. The role provides nursing care and supports clinical work under clinician supervision.

The candidate will assist with diagnostics, imaging, lab work, and surgical support, triage, and educate families on treatment plans. Strong communication and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• AVMA or CVMA accredited veterinary technology program.
• Registered, licensed, or certified as a veterinary technician within one year of start date.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to small animal ICU patients, including monitoring, medication administration, and wound dressing.
• Assist with diagnostics and procedures, such as imaging, laboratory work, and surgical support.
• Triage and stabilize incoming emergency patients.
• Prepare and educate patients and families regarding treatment plans.
• Instruct and demonstrate veterinary care and technical skills to veterinary students.
• Collaborate with veterinarians, faculty, and staff to deliver advanced care.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of patient care.

Skills

Technical skills

Multitasking

Communication

Patient assessment

Education

AVMA/CVMA accredited program

Job description

Position Title

Veterinary Technician

Job Group

Merit

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a veterinary technology program accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) or the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA)
• Registered, licensed, or certified as a veterinary technician within one year of the start date
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

Job Description

The Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center (LVMC) is a 24‑hour Emergency and Critical Care facility providing demand‑driven veterinary services. This LevelI Veterinary Technician position will carry out nursing care and support clinical work in the Small Animal Intensive Care Unit under the supervision of clinicians and house officers.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to small animal ICU patients, including monitoring, medication administration, and wound dressing.
• Assist with diagnostics and procedures, such as imaging, laboratory work, and surgical support.
• Triage and stabilize incoming emergency patients.
• Prepare and educate patients and families regarding treatment plans.
• Instruct and demonstrate veterinary care and technical skills to 4th‑year veterinary students.
• Collaborate with veterinarians, faculty, and staff to deliver advanced care.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of patient care.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in technical skills and ability to coordinate diagnostics and procedures.
• Strong multitasking, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills.
• Capacity to recognize changes in patient health and respond appropriately.
• Valid veterinary technician registration/line or certification.
• Legal work authorization in the United States.

Compensation and Benefits

• Recruitment incentive of $1,000
• Competitive salary based on qualifications and pay grade 7601a
• Health and dental benefits, retirement plans, generous holiday and sick leave, onsite childcare, life insurance, long‑term disability, flexible spending accounts, voluntary benefits, employee assistance program, wellbeing program.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran.