What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Veterinary Technician - Surgery Service position at ANIMAL EMERGENCY & REFERRAL CENTER OF MINNESOTA?
Veterinary Technician – Surgery
Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota (AERC)
Oakdale, MN
At AERC, our Surgery team is focused on supporting high-quality surgical care, serving the community, and having fun! If you enjoy procedures, patient care, and being part of a collaborative, fast-moving team, we’d love to meet you.
What You’ll Do:
- Assist with surgical procedures and patient preparation
- Support surgeons and the surgical team during procedures
- Assist the Anesthesia team with cases
- Provide attentive pre- and post-operative patient care
- Maintain sterile technique and surgical suite readiness
- Communicate clearly with team members to ensure smooth, safe workflows
Essential Physical Functions:
- Stand and walk for extended periods
- Lift up to 50 lbs independently; assist with larger patients
- Safely handle and restrain animals of varying sizes and temperaments
- Bend, kneel, and reach throughout the shift
- Use fine motor skills for technical tasks and instrument handling
- Work in a fast-paced environment with noise, odors, and PPE
What We’re Looking For:
- Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) preferred, or equivalent experience
- Comfort with patient handling, basic anesthesia, and monitoring
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety
- Team-oriented mindset and willingness to jump in where needed
- Interest in surgery and procedural workflows
Why AERC?
- Locally owned, team-focused hospital
- Strong, standards-based medicine
- Supportive environment with experienced technicians and specialists
- Opportunities to learn and grow at your own pace
- A team that genuinely enjoys working together (yes, really)
Schedule & Pay:
- Full-time available
- Daytime-focused schedule (varies by service needs)
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Shift differentials where applicable
- Mandatory on-call shifts
Not sure if you’re the perfect fit?
That’s okay—reach out anyway. We’re happy to talk through the role and see if it aligns with your goals.
Salary : $23 - $30