Alliance Animal Health

Tailored business solutions for veterinary practices

Veterinary Technician

Veterinary ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeAnkeny, IA, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Experienced veterinary technician; 2 or more years of professional experience is preferred but not required.
Certified Veterinary Technician credential is highly preferred but not required.
Maintain punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts.
Have client communication and medical record management skills.
Have knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations.
Use safe, low-stress animal restraint techniques.
Be proficient in sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens.
Have experience with radiographic positioning and image capture.
Have experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring.
Demonstrate commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning.
Be able to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards.
Be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises and potential exposure to bites, scratches, animal waste, and contagious diseases.

Responsibilities

Restrain animals and triage incoming patients.
Collect and analyze laboratory samples.
Perform diagnostic imaging.
Manage and provide nursing care for medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability.
Administer medications.
Communicate treatment plans effectively to clients.
Prepare for and assist with surgery.
Manage anesthesia.

Desired Qualifications

Two or more years of professional experience as a veterinary technician is preferred but not required.
Certified Veterinary Technician credential is highly preferred but not required.

Job Description

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

We’re looking for:

Experienced veterinary technicians, 2+ years professional experience preferred but not required.
- CVT highly preferred, but not required for this position.
Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts
Excellent client communication and medical record management skills
Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations
Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques
Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens
Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture
Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring
Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards

The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.

Additional Information

We offer our staff:

Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
Paid Bereavement Program
Paid Parental Leave Program
Competitive Compensation + Shift Differential Opportunities
Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
Career Development Opportunities
Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.)

Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory pre-employment screening.

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit: https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/

About the Company

Alliance Animal Health

Tailored business solutions for veterinary practices

Alliance Animal Health provides tailored business solutions and ongoing support to veterinary practices, partnering with local clinics to help them run more efficiently and profitably. Its offerings include customized services, flexible deal structures, equipment replacement, staff benefits, and recruitment support, plus education stipends for veterinary students who join partner clinics. The company helps clinics grow and navigate daily challenges, while preserving each clinic’s unique culture. Revenue comes from partnerships with the clinics it supports. The overall goal is to free veterinary professionals from ownership burdens so they can focus on quality animal care, attract talent, and achieve sustained practice growth.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Town of Rye, New York
Founded: 2016

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