Certified Veterinary Technician — Surgical & Patient Care

Lakefield Veterinary Group; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Employee Assistance Program

401K

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life/AD&D insurance

Job summary

Lakefield Veterinary Group operates a veterinary practice Andover Animal Hospital in Minnesota seeking a full-time Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) or experienced technician.

The successful candidate will join a thriving 9-doctor team, participate in surgical prep, anesthesia management, dental care, radiography, lab work, and client education, with a focus on compassionate patient care and accurate records.

Qualifications

• Licensed/Certified Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT) required.
• Experience as a veterinary technician in a fast-paced clinic is preferred.
• Ability to monitor anesthesia and assist in surgeries is essential.

Responsibilities

• Surgical preparation, monitoring, and recovery
• Anesthesia induction and maintenance
• Administering medications and treatments as prescribed
• Dental prophylaxis, charting, and radiographs
• Phlebotomy, IV catheter placement, and lab processing
• Collecting and analyzing diagnostic samples
• Providing nursing care and pain management
• Educating clients on pet health and post-operative care
• Accurate medical record keeping

Skills

CVT/CVT certified

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Education

LVT/CVT certification

Job description

Lakefield Veterinary Group operates a veterinary practice Andover Animal Hospital in Minnesota seeking a full-time Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) or experienced technician.

The successful candidate will join a thriving 9-doctor team, participate in surgical prep, anesthesia management, dental care, radiography, lab work, and client education, with a focus on compassionate patient care and accurate records.