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MacRae Park Animal Hospital
Veterinary Technician/ Nurse
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A Veterinary Technician or Technologist assists veterinarians in diagnosing and treating medical conditions in animals. May perform diagnostic tests or administer medications. Works in private veterinary practices or animal hospitals.
$38,995 / year median in Iowa
+26% projected growth
Job Description
Veterinary Technician/ Nurse MacRae Park Animal Hospital Des Moines, IA Job Details Full-time $21 - $25 an hour 10 hours ago Benefits 401(k) Paid time off Uniform allowance 401(k) matching Employee discount Professional development assistance Qualifications Animal health monitoring Animal emergency response procedures Microscopic analysis Veterinary vital signs monitoring Veterinary medication administration Patient monitoring Veterinary Technician Certification Veterinary experience Animal blood collection High school diploma or GED Animal drug administration Animal care Medical laboratory work experience Patient care Veterinary anesthesia monitoring Veterinary laboratory work Microscopy Pet medication administration Patient emergency assistance Medical treatment implementation Veterinary radiology Veterinary technician experience First aid and CPR Full Job Description Experience Required!! Providing general nursing care Examining animals and checking vitals in preparation for the Veterinarian Taking X-rays of animals Administering first aid for emergencies Administering medication and treatments Drawing blood samples for testing Monitoring animals under anesthesia Microscopic analysis