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Registered Veterinary Technician
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About the position
Registered Veterinary Technician Full-Time
Huxley, Iowa Serving Central Iowa and Beyond
Are you passionate about horses and ready to take your veterinary technician career to the next level? Join Iowa Equine, a growing equine-focused practice dedicated to excellence in care and teamwork. We’re looking for a Full-Time Registered Veterinary Technician who thrives in a fast-paced, supportive environment and is committed to delivering high-quality care.
About Us
Since 2013, Iowa Equine has been a trusted provider of equine veterinary services in Central Iowa. We specialize in sports medicine, advanced dentistry, reproduction, emergency care, and general wellness all delivered with a hands-on, team-first approach. Our clients love their horses, and we love helping them live their healthiest lives.
What You’ll Be Doing
Safely and effectively handling a variety of horses in all circumstances.
Serving all customers with a positive, professional, respectful, and courteous attitude with honesty and integrity.
Collaborate with veterinarians to ensure appointment efficiency
Performing physical exams and assessing vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, mucous membrane color, capillary refill time).
Administering anesthesia and monitoring patient response through the recovery period.
Utilizing ultrasound machines and digital radiography, or other related imaging equipment for patient diagnostics in regards to soundness evaluations.
Performing regional nerve blocks, joint injections, and epidurals under veterinary supervision
Performing and documenting oral exams using a speculum, dental mirror, and probe.
Charting occlusal abnormalities, sharp points, wave mouth, hooks and other pathology
Assisting with floating procedures for correcting dental imbalances
Taking dental radiographs for evaluating tooth root abscesses, fractures, and sinus infections
Placing and maintaining IV catheters for fluid therapy and medication administration
Assisting in upper airway endoscopy and gastroscopy procedures
Calculating medication dosages and administering prescribed oral, IM, and IV medications, including pain meds and sedatives.
Preparing patients for procedures by clipping, trimming, scrubbing, sterile prep, etc.
Taking ownership for care for in-clinic patients who require medications/monitoring
Qualifications
Previous experience as a veterinary technician, preferably in equine or large animal medicine
Completion of an accredited training program or equivalent combination of equine experience and training
Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) certification in Iowa, maintained in good standing
Strong horse handling skills are required
Confident in basic lab work, radiology, and patient care
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work on your feet for extended periods
Valid driver’s license
Schedule
Full-time: MondayFriday, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
Occasional On-call and weekend shifts are rotated fairly among the team
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive wage based on experience
Paid time off + paid holidays
SIMPLE IRA retirement plan
Continuing education reimbursement
Uniform allowance
Employee discounts
Opportunity to work with state-of-the-art equipment in a modern facility
Supportive, team-oriented culture focused on growth and mentorship
Why Iowa Equine?
You'll work with a tight-knit, fun, and professional team
We provide high-quality medicine with a heart
You’ll gain hands-on experience in advanced equine procedures
Our patients are top-notch, and our clients truly value the care we provide
Located in Central Iowa, just minutes from Ames and Des Moines
Ready to Apply?
If you’re a skilled and passionate technician who wants to make a difference in the lives of horses and their owners, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and grow your career at Iowa Equinewhere horses come first, and so do our people.
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