Veterinary Technician

Cedar Rapids Animal Hospital is Hiring a Registered Veterinary Technician!

Position Details

Role: Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

Status: Part-time

Salary: Negotiable and based on experience & licensure

Schedule: Ten-hour shifts Monday and Wednesday. Rotating Saturdays (8 am - 4 pm). Potential for additional shifts as needed.

Requirements: Credentialed Veterinary Technician (RVT, CVT, or LVT) required

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You'll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program

Looking for a veterinary technician role with a predictable schedule, a team that prioritizes family, and the work-life balance you've been missing?

Cedar Rapids Animal Hospital is looking for a Registered Veterinary Technician to join our experienced team in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. We're a busy three-doctor practice providing wellness care, surgery, and dentistry for small animals and exotic pets.

Our hospital is equipped with digital radiology, dental radiology, laser surgery, and in-house laboratory equipment, giving our team the tools to provide a high standard of care. Just as importantly, we've built a fun, collaborative environment where your personal time matters and your technical skills are valued.

Why You'll Love It Here

Enjoy a predictable schedule with no holiday shifts

Work rotating Saturdays, approximately one Saturday every four weeks

Maintain a healthy work-life balance that prioritizes your personal time

Practice a high standard of veterinary care you can be proud of

Work with small animals and exotic pets

Use modern equipment, including digital and dental radiology and in-house laboratory technology

Join a fun, collaborative team of coworkers who genuinely care about one another

What You'll Do

Assist veterinarians and team members in exam rooms, surgeries, and treatments

Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed

Educate clients about their pets' care, medications, discharge instructions, and preventative care

Perform in-house laboratory testing, including CBC/chemistry, urinalysis, and cytology

Accurately document patient care and treatments in medical records

Monitor and care for surgical and hospitalized patients

Perform venipuncture and IV catheter placement

Support anesthesia induction, monitoring, and patient recovery

Collaborate with the veterinary team to provide exceptional patient care

What You'll Bring

Current credential as a Registered Veterinary Technician, Certified Veterinary Technician, or Licensed Veterinary Technician

Comfort working in a busy clinical environment

Knowledge of preventative care and vaccines

Strong technical skills, including venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and laboratory procedures

Knowledge of anesthesia monitoring, induction, and recovery

A strong understanding of pharmacology and medication administration

A positive attitude, reliability, and passion for veterinary medicine

A team-first mindset and willingness to jump in and help when needed

Strong communication and client education skills

A commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate patient care

The Extras You'll Actually Feel

Occasional snack days or lunches on us

Regular lunch breaks

Employee benefits to strengthen the body and mind

A work environment where your coworkers care about you

Benefits You Can't Beat

Financial Benefits

A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance

401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan

Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)

529 Savings Plan

Tuition Support Program (full-time only)

Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)

Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)

Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.

Sick Time / Paid Time Off

Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets

Pet discounts on services and products

Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program

State license reimbursement

VTNE exam fee reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Continuing education allowance

Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

Six paid holidays (full-time only)

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

Ready for a veterinary technician role where your skills are valued and your personal time is respected? We'd love to learn more about you and share more about our team. Apply today and discover what makes Cedar Rapids Animal Hospital a great place to grow your veterinary career!

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Cedar Rapids Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We're committed to building an inclusive, equitable workplace where every team member feels safe being their authentic self, truly belongs, and is empowered to reach their full potential.