Hospital Veterinary Technician Full Time

Company Description

Priority Pet Urgent Care

is excited to bring a brand-new, state-of-the-art urgent care hospital to Ankeny, IA, opening in late December, 2026! Open daily from 3pm - 12 midnight, Priority Pet Urgent Care is designed to provide convenient, high-quality care for pets with urgent medical needs while creating an exceptional experience for clients and team members.
Our mission is simple: provide easy access to quality veterinary care while ensuring every client knows their pet is our priority. We value teamwork, accountability, compassion, and excellence, and we are committed to creating an environment where our teams can grow and succeed alongside the hospital.
To learn more about us, please visit our website at
Animal restraint, triage of 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.
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.
Experienced veterinary technicians, 2+ years professional experience preferred but not required.
Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts
Excellent client communication and medical record management skills
Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations
Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques
Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens
Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards
The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.
Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Competitive Compensation + Shift Differential Opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.)
Note - some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.
For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit:
Employment Type: Full Time