Certified Veterinary Technician: Surgery & Anesthesia

Heartland Veterinary Partners; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement benefits (401k, Roth k and"

Bonus incentive

Career and professional development

State licensing fee reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Heartland Animal Hospital in Faribault, MN is seeking a Credentialed Veterinary Technician to join our full-service practice. You will assist veterinarians in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, lab work, and client education, ensuring high-quality care for dogs and cats.

Earn $23.00–$26.00 per hour with benefits; duties include taking histories, monitoring vital signs, collecting samples, radiography, and maintaining clean exam rooms while delivering compassionate client communication.

Qualifications

• State license to work as a certified veterinary technician.
• Ability to lift patients up to 25 pounds; assist beyond 25 pounds.
• Familiarity with OSHA PPE safety techniques.
• Basic math and ability to calculate medication dosages.
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in veterinary medicine and surgery as needed.
• Assist outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, and provide client education.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs during surgery.
• Obtain samples and perform in-hospital laboratory testing.
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following safety procedures.
• Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments.
• Clean and restock exam rooms and equipment; support keeping public areas clean.
• Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all client interactions.
• Communicate with veterinarians and team members including client discussions and patient plans.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patience & Compassion

Collaboration & Teamwork

Communicating

Active Listening

Organization Skills

Client Satisfaction

Education

State license

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Heartland Animal Hospital in Faribault, MN is seeking a Credentialed Veterinary Technician to join our full-service practice. You will assist veterinarians in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, lab work, and client education, ensuring high-quality care for dogs and cats.

Earn $23.00–$26.00 per hour with benefits; duties include taking histories, monitoring vital signs, collecting samples, radiography, and maintaining clean exam rooms while delivering compassionate client communication.