Veterinary Assistant Jobs in West Des Moines, IA

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Bondurant Animal Clinic

Veterinary Assistant

Qualifications We're looking for: An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred but not required. ...

Veterinary Assistant

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 5 days ago

The Veterinary Assistant will assist the Veterinarian so the services can be administered and thank the pet parent for protecting their pet!...

Veterinary Assistant / Technician

  • Ankeny, IA (20 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Ankeny, IA (20 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 90+ days ago

Position Overview: The Veterinary Technician / Assistant supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients....

Demographic Data for West Des Moines, IA

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Salary for Veterinary Assistant Jobs in West Des Moines, IA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHire research efforts.
Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Veterinary Assistant positions.

Highest Education Level

Veterinary Assistants in West Des Moines, IA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
30.7%
High School or GED
25.8%
Associate's Degree
19.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.5%
Master's Degree
3.4%
Some College
3.3%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
Some High School
1.9%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Veterinary Assistants in West Des Moines, IA
Less than 1 year
43.4%
None
35.2%
4-6 years
9.7%
2-4 years
8.8%
1-2 years
2.9%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Veterinary Assistant position

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