The Veterinary Technician will assist veterinarians with surgical procedures, dental cleanings, and diagnostic testing while providing high-quality patient care. They are also responsible for administering treatments, placing catheters, and educating clients on pet care plans.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a minimum of 1 year of experience in a clinical veterinary setting. Strong technical skills and a passion for high-quality patient care are required for this role.
Veterinary Technician- Des Moines, IA Join a team where you can fully utilize your technical skills while delivering high-quality patient care in a supportive, collaborative environment.
About VCA At VCA, we’re passionate about delivering world-class veterinary care while supporting the people who make it possible.
With over 1,000 hospitals nationwide, we combine advanced medicine with a compassionate, community-focused approach.
As part of Mars Veterinary Health, we’re committed to helping our teams grow and making a lasting impact on pets and the people who love them.
About VCA Avondale Veterinary Hospital: VCA Avondale provides a wide range of services including preventive medicine, advanced dentistry, surgery, ultrasound, and rehabilitation/laser therapy.
Our hospital also offers: AAHA Accredited, Gold Standard Cat Friendly Practice, and Fear Free Certified Practice.
Opportunities for technicians to continue building their clinical skills A boarding facility with deluxe suites, Doggie Day Care, and Grooming As a Veterinary Technician, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality patient care.
You’ll work closely with our veterinarians to support a variety of medical procedures while helping guide clients through their pet’s care with confidence and compassion.
What You’ll Do Assist with surgical procedures, including anesthesia monitoring and recovery Perform dental cleanings, charting, and radiographs Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments Collect samples and run in-house diagnostics Place catheters and support patient treatments Educate clients on care plans, medications, and follow-up Why You’ll Love Working Here Strong technician utilization—use your full skillset Supportive and collaborative team Opportunities for continued learning and career growth What We’re Looking For Minimum 1 year expereince in a clinical setting Strong technical and patient care skills Passion for high-quality medicine and patient care Schedule: Full- time opportunity with rotating Saturdays.
Compensation
Starting range is determined by skill set and years of experience in the field. Financial growth opportunities available. Total Rewards As a VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Mental
Health: Access to the Lyra mental health platform, including up to 12 therapy sessions per year, guided self-care, and meditation resources.
Full
Healthcare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options, as well as fertility benefits.
Benefits
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid vacation
Medical insurance
Sick leave
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Life insurance
Parental leave
Continuing education allowance
Fertility benefits
HSA/FSA options
Bereavement leave
401(k) retirement savings plan
Pet care discounts
Legal resources
Paid
Time
Off: Paid vacation, sick, parental, and bereavement leave.
Financial
Support: 100% employer-paid short-term and long-term disability and life insurance coverage equal to one year’s salary.
Protection
Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations.
Education
Continuing Education (CE) allowance and PTO for credentialed veterinary technicians, along with access to WOOF University®, which includes RACE-approved courses.
Latest
Tech &
Innovation: Opportunities to work with the latest technology and programs that encourage innovation and creativity, such as VCA Next.
Sponsorships
Penn Foster and VTNE test prep sponsorships, as well as VTNE prep courses.
Discounts
Discounted Low-Stress Handling, Fear Free, and AAFP Cat-Friendly certifications, along with VETGirl and VIN subscriptions.
Freebies
Free NAVTA membership and a free subscription to Plumb’s.
Programs
Leadership development and mentorship programs.
Retirement
401(k) retirement savings plan with increasing employer contribution.
Pet
Care
Perks: Generous pet care discounts and VIP programs.
Legal
Resources: Access to legal resources for common legal services.
Transfer
Opportunities: Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities.
Apply
Today: If you’re looking to grow your career and fully utilize your technical skills in a supportive environment, we’d love to connect with you.
Location
4318 E. Army Post Rd, Des Moines, IA 50320 If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
Benefits
We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!
The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com
