Veterinary Technician (RVT)

careers-vettech; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

529 Savings Plan

Referral bonuses

Health, dental, and vision

Paid time off

Parental leave

Uniform allowance

Vetcor TechLife access

Employee pet discounts

Job summary

Eastown Animal Hospital in Des Moines, IA is seeking a full-time Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our long-standing, small-animal practice. You’ll support veterinarians, perform nursing duties, and help educate clients while delivering compassionate care.

We offer a competitive compensation package, 401(k) matching, tuition support, a 529 plan, generous paid time off, and employee pet discounts. Join a collaborative team dedicated to exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• Must hold or be eligible for RVT credential in Iowa.
• Strong nursing and animal-handling skills.
• Excellent communication and client-service abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians in delivering high-quality patient care.
• Assist with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures.
• Perform technical nursing duties appropriate to training.
• Safely handle and restrain patients, prioritizing comfort.
• Maintain accurate patient medical records and communicate with the team.
• Assist with surgical prep, anesthesia, monitoring, and recovery.

Skills

Animal handling

Client communication

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) credential in Iowa

Job description

Who we are:

Eastown Animal Hospital is Hiring a Registered Veterinary Technician!

Position DetailsRole: Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)Status: Full-timeSalary: Competitive and based on experienceSchedule: 4 day work week (7:30am-5pm 3 days a week, 7:30-6pm on Thursdays) rotating Saturdays (7:30am - 12pm)

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive compensation, 401(k) matching, tuition support, a 529 Savings Plan, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Medical, dental, and vision coverage; supplemental insurance options; Sick Time / Paid Time Off; paid parental leave; and employee pet discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, state license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, continuing education allowance, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, employee discounts, and access to Vetcor’s TechLife community of veterinary technicians

Looking for a veterinary technician role where your skills, compassion, and commitment to excellent patient care are genuinely valued? Eastown Animal Hospital would love to meet you!

Eastown Animal Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa, is a small animal general practice that has proudly cared for pets and their families for more than 80 years. We serve clients throughout Des Moines, Pleasant Hill, Runnells, Altoona, and the surrounding communities, building lasting relationships through exceptional veterinary medicine and compassionate service.

We’re looking for a full-time Registered Veterinary Technician to join our dedicated team. If you take pride in providing high-quality patient care, enjoy working collaboratively, and want to build your career with an established veterinary practice, we’d be excited to hear from you.

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love It Here

• More than 80 years of trusted veterinary care in the Des Moines community
• Dedicated, collaborative team focused on exceptional patient and client care
• Small animal general practice with opportunities to use a broad range of technical skills
• Support for continuing education and professional development
• Credentialing support, including state license and VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Quarterly team rewards and recognition
• Access to Vetcor TechLife, a community of veterinary technicians company-wide
• A workplace that values compassion, teamwork, and high-quality medicine

What Our Veterinary Technicians Do

• Support veterinarians in providing high-quality medical care to patients
• Assist with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures
• Perform technical nursing duties appropriate to your training and credentials
• Safely handle and restrain patients while prioritizing comfort and well-being
• Collect and prepare diagnostic samples for laboratory testing
• Administer medications and treatments under veterinarian direction
• Assist with surgical preparation, anesthesia, patient monitoring, and recovery
• Support dental procedures and preventive-care services
• Educate clients about treatments, medications, preventive care, and at-home instructions
• Maintain complete and accurate patient medical records
• Communicate effectively with veterinarians and fellow team members
• Help maintain clean, organized, and properly stocked treatment areas

What You’ll Bring

• Current Registered Veterinary Technician credential or eligibility for credentialing as required in Iowa
• Strong veterinary nursing and animal-handling skills
• Compassionate, patient-focused approach to care
• Strong communication and client-service skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to accurate medical records
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative veterinary environment
• Dependability, professionalism, and a positive attitude
• Commitment to continued learning and professional growth
• Passion for providing exceptional care to pets and their families

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

• The opportunity to use and continue developing your RVT skills
• A long-established practice with deep roots in the community
• Professional development and continuing education support
• State veterinary technician license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Employee pet-care discounts
• Connection with fellow veterinary technicians through Vetcor TechLife
• A dedicated team that understands exceptional patient care starts with supporting one another

Benefits You Can’t Beat

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free or discounted lab work for employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Professional development opportunities
• State veterinary technician license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance
• Access to Vetcor TechLife, a community of veterinary technicians company-wide

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

For more than 80 years, Eastown Animal Hospital has been trusted to care for pets and families throughout the Des Moines area. We’re proud of that history—and excited about the future we’re continuing to build with our team.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Eastown Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are committed to building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our workplace by bringing different perspectives and experiences, and we are committed to creating a culture where employees can be their authentic selves, feel a true sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.