Job Description
Waukee-Clive Veterinary Clinic seeks a Registered Veterinary Technician to support small-animal preventive care, diagnostics, surgery, and dentistry in a close-knit, client-focused practice. In this role, you'll assist veterinarians with exams, anesthesia monitoring, laboratory testing, radiology, and dental procedures while providing compassionate, low-stress handling for pets. You'll educate clients on treatment plans and long-term wellness, maintain accurate medical records, and help ensure a clean, efficient clinic environment. Join a collaborative team that values respect, learning, and strong relationships with pets, families, and colleagues.
Responsibilities
- Assist veterinarians with small-animal exams, treatments, and procedures
- Monitor anesthesia and provide surgical support including patient prep and recovery
- Perform venipuncture, place IV catheters, and administer medications and vaccines
- Conduct in-house lab tests and assist with imaging such as digital radiography
- Provide dental support including cleanings and assisting with oral procedures
- Ensure safe, low-stress handling and restraint of patients
- Educate clients on treatment plans, preventive care, and long-term pet wellness
- Maintain accurate and thorough electronic medical records
- Uphold clinic cleanliness, infection control, and equipment care standards
- Collaborate with veterinarians and support staff to deliver high-quality, compassionate care
Required Skills
- Small-animal patient handling and restraint
- Venipuncture and IV catheter placement
- Surgical assisting and anesthesia monitoring
- In-house laboratory testing and diagnostics
- Digital radiography and imaging
- Administering medications, vaccines, and treatments
- Dental prophylaxis and oral radiography support
- Electronic medical record (EMR) documentation
- Client communication and education
- Infection control and clinic sanitation procedures
