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Dickinson County Animal Clinic
Registered Veterinary Technician
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
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
A Place where Great Medicine and Great People Come Together Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) $20-24/hr DOE + Benefits | 4-Day Work Week | Surgery Dentistry Technician Appointments Dickinson County Animal Clinic | Spirit Lake, Iowa Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates You became a Registered Veterinary Technician to make a difference in the lives of pets and the people who love them. At Dickinson County Animal Clinic, we trust our RVTs to play an important role in patient care and support the mas they continue to grow throughout their careers. Why Join Dickinson County Animal Clinic?
Our Mission:
Providing the best medicine with compassion, creating meaningful relationships that last a lifetime. Our days can be busy, but we believe great patient care comes from a team that supports each other. We hold ourselves to high standards because that's what our patients deserve, while also making time to celebrate successes and enjoy the work we do. Our clients know us by name, and we know their pets by name. Building those long-term relationships with our community is one of the most rewarding parts of what we do. We believe learning never stops. Our RVTs have the opportunity to be involved in:- Routine and emergency surgical procedures
- Dental procedures and dental radiography
- Advanced diagnostics, including in-house laboratory testing and our growing ultrasound services
- Fear Free handling and certification opportunities Learning is part of our culture.
Your responsibilities may include:
- Rotating surgery days, including anesthesia monitoring
- Dental procedures and dental radiography
- Assisting veterinarians during appointments
- Performing technician appointments independently
- Providing client education and discharge instructions
- Running laboratory diagnostics
- Filling prescriptions and providing pharmacy support
- Providing compassionate inpatient care
- Assisting with urgent emergency cases as needed
- Collaborating with doctors and teammates to provide excellent patient care We're Looking For Someone Who… We welcome applications from experiences RVTs as well as motivated new graduates who are eager to learn and grow.
The right candidate will:
- Hold (or be eligible for) Registered Veterinary Technician licensure
- Take pride in providing excellent patient care
- Enjoy putting their RVT training into practice
- Communicate effectively and collaborate with a team
- Be comfortable in a fast-paced environment
- Value continued education and professional growth
- Have a positive attitude and a willingness to contribute to a supportive team culture What We Offer Compensation
- $20-24/hr, depending on experience, credentials, and skills Benefits
- Four-day work week
- Rotating Saturdays
- Paid Holidays
- PTO that accrues with tenure
- 401(k) with up to 4% employer match
- Healthcare stipend
- Dental and supplemental insurance options
- Continuing education support with no annual cap (approval-based)
- $300 annual uniform allowance
- Employee pet discount
- Hill's Pro Staff feeding program
- Fear Free Certification support
- Opportunities for professional development and advancement
- Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates Join a Team That Invests in You We're looking for an RVT who wants to be part of a team that care about great medicine, supports one another, and is always looking for ways to grow.