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Registered Veterinary Technician

Newton, IAOnsiteFull TimePosted 2 months ago

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Required skills

  • Registered Veterinary Technician
  • active license
  • animal restraint
  • triage
  • lab sample collection
  • diagnostic imaging
  • medication administration
  • client communication
  • medical record management
  • veterinary procedures

Nice to have

  • new grad technicians
  • dental radiography

Role summary

Newton Animal Clinic is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join their team in Newton, Iowa. The role involves a wide range of duties including patient triage, sample collection and analysis, diagnostic imaging, medical and surgical assistance, and anesthetic management. Excellent client communication, medical record management, and expertise in animal restraint and veterinary procedures are required. The clinic is open to entry-level RVTs and new graduates, offering training and development opportunities. This is an onsite, full-time position with a pay range of $19-$22 per hour, depending on experience. The clinic is AAHA certified and offers comprehensive benefits.

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

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.

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.

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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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!

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