Certified Veterinary Technician

Park-Grove-Pet-Hospital; Cottage Grove (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Employee pet discount

Job summary

Park Grove Pet Hospital in Cottage Grove, MN is hiring a full-time Certified Veterinary Technician to support doctors with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.

The role emphasizes compassionate animal handling, client communication, and accurate records. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k), and an employee pet discount; AAHA-accredited hospital serving area since 1972.

Qualifications

• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) certification in MN is required.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates
• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Skills

Animal handling

Client communication

Surgical assistance

Lab work

Radiographs

IV catheter

Education

CVT MN certification

Job description

Salary: $23.00 - $29.00 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule:Four 10-hour shifts (7:45am-6pm) with a designated day off. 36-40 hours per week. No weekend hours!

Park Grove Pet Hospital i s hiring a full-time Certified Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

What to Expect as a Certified Vet Tech with Park Grove Pet Hospital

• Acomprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees
• Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.

KeyResponsibilities:

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates
• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Qualifications:

• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) certification in MN is required.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

About Park Grove Pet Hospital

At Park Grove Pet Hospital, we’re proud to be AAHA-accredited, ensuring the highest quality care for our patients and clients. Serving the Cottage Grove, Woodbury, Hastings, and greater St. Paul areas since 1972, we’ve built a trusted, long-standing relationship with the community. Our current owner, Dr. Cederstrom, has been with us since 1992, taking over in 2001. Pets deserve the best, and we’re committed to providing just that!