Veterinary Technician — Surgical Prep, Lab, & Anesthesia

NVA General Practice; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

Uniform Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401(k) Options

CE Benefits

Job summary

Starch Pet Hospital and University West Pet Clinic is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our fast-paced, 10-doctor practice. Certification is preferred but not required. You will support doctors with technical skills and deliver exceptional customer service to clients.

Responsibilities include dental cleanings, anesthesia administration, radiography, laboratory work, and emergency first aid. Full-time benefits are offered and a collaborative team environment awaits.

Qualifications

• Certification is preferred, but not required.
• Support veterinarians with technical skills and compassionate client service.

Responsibilities

• Assists the veterinarian during examinations and restrains animals as needed.
• Prepares and administers medications, vaccines, serums, and treatments.
• Performs routine dental cleanings under supervision.
• Administers anesthesia and monitors responses during procedures.
• Obtains radiographs with proper technique and positioning.
• Cares for animals recovering from surgery and monitors recovery.
• Performs laboratory tests (blood, urine, feces) for diagnostic support.
• Provides emergency first aid and life-saving procedures when needed.
• Collects and labels samples for lab testing.
• Supports veterinarians with instruments and equipment as required.
• Fills prescriptions and labels medications.
• Prepares animals for surgery and maintains sterile areas.

Skills

Examination assistance

Medication administration

Dental cleaning

Anesthesia monitoring

Radiography

Lab tests

Emergency first aid

Patient care

Education

Certification (RVT preferred)

Tools

Idexx Procyte/Catalyst

Midmark Vetpro 1000

Radiography equipment

Job description

Starch Pet Hospital and University West Pet Clinic is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our fast-paced, 10-doctor practice. Certification is preferred but not required. You will support doctors with technical skills and deliver exceptional customer service to clients.

Responsibilities include dental cleanings, anesthesia administration, radiography, laboratory work, and emergency first aid. Full-time benefits are offered and a collaborative team environment awaits.