Top 32 Animal care 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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Canine Coach - Dogtopia of Ankeny
Dogtopia of Ankeny —Ankeny, IA
- From $12 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- English
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Doggy Daycare Attendant
Paws & Pints —Des Moines, IA
- $12 - $13 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Driver's License
- POS
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Kennel Attendant
Jordan Creek Animal Hospital —West Des Moines, IA
- $15 - $16 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Animal Care Assistant
Animal Rescue League Of Iowa —Des Moines, IA
- Temporary
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- High school diploma or GED
- 401(k)
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Animal Adoption Counselor
Animal Rescue League Of Iowa —Des Moines, IA
- $15 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Clean driving record
- Computer literacy
- Clinic experience
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Clinic Veterinary Assistant
Animal Rescue League Of Iowa —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Patient monitoring
- Computer literacy
- Clinic experience
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Shelter Veterinary Assistant
Animal Rescue League Of Iowa —Des Moines, IA
- Part-time
- Patient monitoring
- Computer literacy
- Clinic experience
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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6d
Part-Time Veterinary Assistant
Prairie View Animal Hospital —Grimes, IA
- Part-time
- Patient monitoring
- Cleaning
- Entry level
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Janitorial Assistant
Animal Rescue League Of Iowa —Des Moines, IA
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Entry level
- 401(k)
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Carnivore and Pinniped Animal Keeper
Blank Park Zoo —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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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Animal Control Officer and Desk Assistant
Animal Rescue League Of Iowa —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- Administrative experience
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Dog Trainer Apprentice
Canine Craze —Urbandale, IA
- $13 - $15 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Leadership
- Entry level
- Paid holidays
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6d
Pet Care Technician
Canine Country Club —West Des Moines, IA
- $14.50 - $16.00 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- In-person
- Employee discount
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8d
Veterinary Assistant
Petco —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Surgery
- Computer skills
- In-person
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
Commissary and Quarantine Keeper
Blank Park Zoo —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Part Time Resort Play Dog Attendant
Wags Pet Resort —Ankeny, IA
- $11 - $12 an hour
- Part-time
- Clean driving record
- No experience needed
- Driving
- Employee discount
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Overnight Veterinary Assistant
Animal Rescue League Of Iowa —Des Moines, IA
- Overnight shift
- Computer literacy
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Veterinary Technician/Assistant
Animal Doctors Veterinary Clinic —West Des Moines, IA
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Surgery
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental 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 Field: 1 year (Required)
Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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animal care jobs in des moines, ia

Veterinary Assistant

Canine Coach - Dogtopia of Ankeny

Doggy Daycare Attendant

Kennel Attendant

Animal Care Assistant

Animal Adoption Counselor

Clinic Veterinary Assistant

Shelter Veterinary Assistant

Part-Time Veterinary Assistant

Janitorial Assistant

Carnivore and Pinniped Animal Keeper

Animal Caretaker

Animal Control Officer and Desk Assistant

Dog Trainer Apprentice

Pet Care Technician

Veterinary Assistant

Commissary and Quarantine Keeper

Part Time Resort Play Dog Attendant

Overnight Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Technician/Assistant

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