Compassionate Veterinary Assistant — Team‑Driven Care & Growth

Lakefield Veterinary Group; Excelsior (MN); On-site; USD 27,552 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship and support

Team-building activities

Collaborative workplace

Job summary

Lakefield Veterinary Group in Excelsior is seeking a Full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our compassionate team. The role focuses on ensuring the safety of pets while supporting veterinarians in delivering high-quality care.

The ideal candidate will have one year of experience in a veterinary clinic and a strong commitment to client education and teamwork. Our environment prioritizes health and well-being, making it vital to foster collaboration among team members.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in a veterinary clinic is required.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills;
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support Veterinarians in providing quality veterinary care.
• Calm and comfort pets before and after procedures.
• Obtain and document patient information accurately.

Skills

Animal science knowledge

Customer-oriented communication

Compassion and empathy

Attention to detail

Time management skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certificate from a NAVTA-approved program

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Job description

Lakefield Veterinary Group in Excelsior is seeking a Full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our compassionate team. The role focuses on ensuring the safety of pets while supporting veterinarians in delivering high-quality care.

The ideal candidate will have one year of experience in a veterinary clinic and a strong commitment to client education and teamwork. Our environment prioritizes health and well-being, making it vital to foster collaboration among team members.