Cat-Centered Vet Assistant - Flexible Hours & Benefits

Heartland Veterinary Partners; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 24,796 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Cats Preferred in Plymouth, Minnesota is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians with patient care, monitor hospitalized pets, and educate clients.

This role participates in in-house labs, prepares prescriptions, assists with surgeries, handles radiographs, and helps maintain a clean, low-stress environment for our feline patients. Weekend availability may be required.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work weekends as required.
• Previous veterinary experience preferred.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; assist with heavier lifts.
• Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE.
• Basic math and the ability to calculate medication dosages.
• Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS Office applications.
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
• Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, and providing client education.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs of the patient during surgery.
• Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in‑hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures.
• Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the discretion of the veterinarian.
• Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment, and lab areas; restock exam rooms with supplies; assist other team members to keep the public areas clean; clean and maintain all medical equipment.
• Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all interactions with clients; exercise compassion and care in all interactions with patients.
• Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members including client discussions, patient plans, client concerns, etc.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patience & Compassion

Collaboration & Teamwork

Communicating

Active Listening

Organization Skills

Client Satisfaction

Job description

Cats Preferred in Plymouth, Minnesota is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians with patient care, monitor hospitalized pets, and educate clients.

This role participates in in-house labs, prepares prescriptions, assists with surgeries, handles radiographs, and helps maintain a clean, low-stress environment for our feline patients. Weekend availability may be required.