Veterinary Assistant Jobs

Bondurant Animal Clinic is a well-established, progressive, fast paced multi-doctor general small animal practices located in Bondurant, Iowa with a sister clinic in Newton, IA. We offer many services to provide the best comprehensive care to our patients including Preventative Care, Surgery, Urgent Care, High Speed Dentistry, In-House Diagnostics, Digital full body and dental radiology, Endoscopy and Ultrasonography. We are proud to be able to say that both of our hospitals are AAHA certified.

Newton and Bondurant Animal Clinics operate as one larger entity in two locations. They are both close to the Des Moines area which allows for easy commute to an international airport. The Jasper public schools are well regarded, making it an ideal area to raise a family! Popular activities in the area include the Iowa Speedway, hiking, biking, close to the largest lake in Iowa (Red Rock), several museums, a Zoo, Planetarium, and music venues as well as college football. Newton and Bondurant are wonderful places to enjoy a healthy and active work-life balance.

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Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Pet restraint, triage 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.

Occasional shifts at sister clinic-Newton Animal Clinic

We’re looking for:

• Proficient in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring are a bonus!
• An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred.
• Occasional shifts at sister clinic-Newton Animal Clinic
• Must be able to properly restrain pets.
• Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.
• Compassionate, Calm, Team Player, Multi-Tasker and Strong Communicator

We offer our staff:

• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Career Development Opportunities
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
• Employee Assistance Program
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)

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

WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

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