Veterinary Assistant
Employment type
Full-time
Work setting
On-site
Location
Des Moines, IA
Schedule
Day shift
Posted
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Job overview
The Veterinary Assistant is an onsite role based in Des Moines, IA. Compensation is not specified. This position supports the medical care of animals at a large non-profit animal welfare organization. The role exists to provide hands-on patient care and support the veterinary team. By assisting with exams, treatments, and daily medical needs, the assistant helps improve outcomes for shelter animals.
What you'll do
- Assist with exams and procedures
- handle and restrain animals
- support medical rounds
- administer medication
- clean and disinfect areas
- document information.
What we're looking for
- Skills & competencies
- full-timeday shiftdes moines iaveterinary assistantanimal careshelter medicineanimal welfaremedical supporthands-oncompassionate
- Work arrangement
- Weekend coverage required
Benefits & perks
- Medical/dental/vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- educational support
- veterinary benefits.
Why this role
Mission-focused culture; potential for educational support; expansive holiday and PTO policies.
About the employer
Animal Rescue League Of Iowa is hiring for this role. Industry: Veterinary Services. Sector: 54.
Additional details
- Industry sector
- 54
- Industry
- Veterinary Services
- Occupation code
- 31-9096.00
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Listing ID: 1ed555bf-1c57-463d-b848-145c75b58ba9