Top 118 Animal Jobs in Des Moines, Ia

Veterinary Assistant
Iowa Veterinary Wellness Center —Des Moines, IA
- $17 - $18 an hour
- Full-time
- Private practice
- Medication administration
- Administrative experience
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Kennel Technician / Administrative Assistant
Seelah Kennels —Adel, IA
- $12 - $17 an hour
- Temporary
- Google Workspace
- Inventory management
- Office
- Paid training
- On-the-job training
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Veterinary Client Care Specialist - PART TIME
Heartland Animal Hospital - Des Moines, IA —Des Moines, IA
- $16 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Private practice
- Computer literacy
- Employee discount
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Dog Groomer
Paws & Pints —Des Moines, IA
- From $50,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- In-person
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Dog Bather
Paws & Pints —Des Moines, IA
- $12 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Cleaning
- In-person
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Pet Support Customer Service Assistant
Animal Rescue League Of Iowa —Des Moines, IA
- Weekends as needed
- Hospitality
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Veterinary Receptionist
University West Pet Clinic —Clive, IA
- Part-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Organizational skills
- Continuing education credits
- Health insurance
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Animal Adoption Counselor
Animal Rescue League Of Iowa —Des Moines, IA
- Part-time
- Clean driving record
- Computer literacy
- Clinic experience
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Overnight Veterinary Customer Service(12 hour shifts)
Iowa Veterinary Specialties —Des Moines, IA
- From $19 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Customer service
- US work authorization
- Computer skills
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Veterinary Receptionist
Ankeny Veterinary Clinic —Ankeny, IA
- $15 - $19 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Animal Care Technician - Bark Avenue West
BEST FRIENDS PET CARE INC —West Des Moines, IA
- $15 - $16 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Computer literacy
- Maintenance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Team Member - Pet Supplies Plus Altoona
Pet Supplies Plus —Altoona, IA
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Heavy lifting
- Cash register
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Veterinary Patient Care Coordinator
Hubbell Animal Hospital —Des Moines, IA
- $17 - $19 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Veterinary Assistant
Petco —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Surgery
- Computer skills
- In-person
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
Animal Caretaker
Kiya Koda Humane Society —Indianola, IA
- From $14 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Heavy lifting
- Customer service
- Paid time off
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Kennel Technician
Second Home —West Des Moines, IA
- $11 - $13 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- 11+ years
- Front desk
- Paid training
- On-the-job training
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Product Sales Specialist - Pet Health - Remote
Tribe Wellness —Des Moines, IA
- $55,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Google Workspace
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Paid training
Dog Daycare Attendant
Unleashed Pets LLC —Waukee, IA
- $11 - $13 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Writing skills
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Clinic Veterinary Assistant
Animal Rescue League Of Iowa —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Patient monitoring
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Lead Animal Care Technician - Bark Avenue
BEST FRIENDS PET CARE INC —Ankeny, IA
- $16 - $18 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Maintenance
- Ability to climb stairs
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Veterinary Assistant

Iowa Veterinary Wellness Center -
Des Moines, IA

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Job Details

Full-time
$17 - $18 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
On-the-job training
Uniform allowance
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Employee discount
Professional development assistance
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
Referral program
Retirement plan
Pet insurance

Qualifications

Pet care
Customer communication
Medication administration
Veterinary experience
Animal handling
Animal care
Veterinary terminology
Veterinary assistant experience
Time management
Animal restraint

Full Job Description

ATTENTION: Anyone with Veterinary Assistant/Technician Experience who is inspired and respectful and wants to be collaborative and accountable while striving for excellence, we want you to join our team!

About us

Iowa Veterinary Wellness Center is a family-owned small business in Des Moines, IA. We are professional team who is inspired, respectful, collaborative, accountable, and strive for excellence. Our goal is to offer integrative care with a holistic approach in a collaborative setting. We combine Eastern and Western medicine to treat the entire pet. The pet guardian is always involved in the two-way conversation.

Our work environment includes:

On-the-job Training
Growth opportunities
Safe and respectful work environment
Regular social events
Robust Fringe Benefits
Recently Renovated Facility (December 2023)

Come join our passionate team of veterinary professionals who are committed to consistent and compassionate care for all who walk through our door. Veterinary assistants have a broad range of responsibilities and will typically divide their time between assisting the receptionists, helping doctors with physical examinations, dispensing medications, and helping veterinary technicians position patients for and process radiographs, prepare patients for surgery, provide nursing and comfort care, and perform treatments or basic laboratory diagnostic tests.

Veterinary assistants must build positive, professional relationships with clients and staff members. Assistants ideally will have completed some form of professional training and will be expected to pursue significant on-the-job training. Your role is critical in providing thorough and accurate communication with clients, technicians, and doctors, administering treatments appropriately and in a timely manner, and creating a positive experience for clients regardless of the conditions.

Responsibilities

Cordially greet incoming clients and patients, addressing each by name.
Assist clients transporting their pets to and from vehicles.
Provide clients with handouts and brochures regarding relevant medical conditions, surgeries, immunizations, internal and external parasites, pet insurance, and diets.
Possess sufficient strength and assertiveness to effectively restrain patients and ensure the safety of clients and personnel.
Clean and straighten exam rooms to prepare for incoming patients. Spray disinfectant on exam tables, wipe them clean, and dry them. Remove sources of offensive odors; empty trash if necessary. Check floors, walls, doors, and counters, and sweep or clean them as needed to remove hair, body fluids, and dirt. Dispose of used needles and syringes and other sharp objects as set forth by the practice’s policy and OSHA standards.

Skills

Proven experience as a Veterinary Assistant or similar position working with animals
Experience in an administrative role is a plus
Patient and caring personality
Current or former pet ownership is an advantage
Comfortable being around animals (cats, dogs)
Excellent communication skills
Ability to follow instructions properly
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (e.g. lift up to 40 lbs)
High school diploma; a certificate from a Veterinary Assistant program is a plus

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Retirement plan
Uniform allowance
Vision insurance

Experience:

Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Preferred)
Veterinary Field: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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Veterinary Client Care Specialist - PART TIME

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Pet Support Customer Service Assistant

Veterinary Receptionist

Animal Adoption Counselor

Overnight Veterinary Customer Service(12 hour shifts)

Veterinary Receptionist

Animal Care Technician - Bark Avenue West

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Kennel Technician

Product Sales Specialist - Pet Health - Remote

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Lead Animal Care Technician - Bark Avenue

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