What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technician Assistant position at Lakes Veterinary & Surgical Center?
Are you passionate about animal care and looking for a workplace where you can truly thrive? Lakes Veterinary & Surgical Center in Lindstrom, MN is seeking a dedicated, compassionate Veterinary Technician Assistant to join our growing team. If you want to work in an encouraging environment with a team that values your growth and love for animals, we want to hear from you!
Exceptional Benefits
- Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Health Insurance, Delta Dental, and Vision Assistance
- Financial Security: 401(k)-style retirement savings plan with company match
- Paid Time Off: Generous accrued PTO package plus paid holidays
- Work-Life Balance: No Nights, No Weekends, No Holidays, and No On-Call requirements!
- Career Growth: LVT Tuition Reimbursement, paid license and professional association fees, and paid Continuing Education (CE) including travel expenses and paid time off to attend.
- Additional Perks: Generous employee discounts on veterinary services and products, Uniform reimbursement and a fun, supportive team.
Key Responsibilities
- Patient Care: Utilizing safe, low-stress pet handling and restraint, managing pre-and-post surgery comfort, and assisting with X-rays.
- Clinical Support: Preparing clean, sterile exam rooms, restocking treatment areas, and assisting with basic laboratory tests and pharmacy orders.
- Client Connections: Greeting pet parents with a warm smile and helping educate them on basic wellness care.
- Culture Building: Contributing fresh ideas to help evolve our workplace culture and practice standards.
What We Are Looking For
- Experience: Previous experience in a veterinary clinic preferred.
- Skills: Excellent communication, a reliable “Team-First” mentality and Computer literacy.
- Physical Stamina: Comfort staying active on your feet and the physical ability to safely lift and handle animals up to 40 pounds.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $21.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $21