NVA General Practice · 1 day ago
Veterinary Technician
Des Moines, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid LevelNVA General Practice is seeking an experienced and motivated Veterinary Technician to join their fast-paced 10 doctor practice. The role involves utilizing technical skills to support veterinarians and provide exceptional care to patients while delivering excellent customer service to clients.
HospitalMedicalPetVeterinary
Responsibilities
Assists the veterinarian during examination of animals, providing restraint as needed in order to work safely and effectively
Prepares and administer medications, vaccines, serums, and treatments, as prescribed by the veterinarian
Performs routine dental cleanings on animals under the direction of the veterinarian
Administers anesthesia to animals under the direction of the veterinarian and monitors animals’ responses to anesthetics so that dosages can be adjusted
Obtains radio-graphs of animals with knowledge of proper positioning and techniques
Cares for and monitors the condition of animals recovering from surgery
Performs laboratory tests on blood, urine, and feces, such as urinalyses and blood counts, to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems
Administers emergency first aid, such as performing emergency resuscitation or other life-saving procedures
Collects, prepares, and labels samples for laboratory testing, culture, or microscopic examination
Provides the veterinarian with the correct equipment and instruments, as needed
Fills prescriptions, measuring medications and labeling containers
Prepares animals for surgery, performing such tasks as shaving surgical areas and placing IV catheters
Maintains clean examination rooms and treatment areas
Works collaboratively with veterinarians to ensure that all animals are being cared for properly and moving through the system efficiently
Qualification
Required
Experience as a Veterinary Technician
Ability to fully utilize technical skills to support doctors and team members
Exceptional customer service and compassion towards clients
Ability to assist the veterinarian during examination of animals
Ability to prepare and administer medications, vaccines, serums, and treatments as prescribed
Ability to perform routine dental cleanings on animals under the direction of the veterinarian
Ability to administer anesthesia to animals and monitor their responses
Knowledge of proper positioning and techniques for obtaining radiographs
Ability to care for and monitor animals recovering from surgery
Ability to perform laboratory tests on blood, urine, and feces
Ability to administer emergency first aid and perform life-saving procedures
Ability to collect, prepare, and label samples for laboratory testing
Ability to provide the veterinarian with the correct equipment and instruments
Ability to fill prescriptions, measuring medications and labeling containers
Ability to prepare animals for surgery, including shaving surgical areas and placing IV catheters
Ability to maintain clean examination rooms and treatment areas
Ability to work collaboratively with veterinarians
Preferred
Certification as a Veterinary Technician
Benefits
Employee Discounts
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Other Ancillary Benefits
Uniform Reimbursement
Paid Time Off
401 K Options
CE Benefits
Student Loan Refinancing Benefits
Discount on Cell Phone Plans through Verizon and AT&T
Veterinary Technician Penn Foster Sponsorship Program
Company
NVA General Practice
At NVA General Practice, we’re on a mission to give every pet their best life.
Founded in 1996
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$128MKey Investors
OMERS Private EquitySummit Partners
2019-06-17Acquired
2017-07-07Private Equity
2007-05-01Private Equity· $128M
Leadership Team
John Bruno
Chief Executive Officer
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