Credentialed Vet Tech - Surgery, Anesthesia & Client Care

Heartland Veterinary Partners; Bemidji (MN); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; 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

Animal Care Clinic in Bemidji, MN is seeking a Credentialed Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, lab work and client education. You’ll be an essential member of a compassionate care team.

Responsibilities include preparing patients for surgery, monitoring vital signs, collecting samples, taking radiographs, and communicating clearly with clients to ensure high-quality care. Licensure and physical ability required.

Qualifications

• State license to work as a certified/licensed/registered veterinary technician.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds.
• Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE.
• Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS Office.
• Basic math and ability to calculate medication dosages.
• 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, as well as 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 of the practice 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

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Animal Care Clinic in Bemidji, MN is seeking a Credentialed Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, lab work and client education. You’ll be an essential member of a compassionate care team.

Responsibilities include preparing patients for surgery, monitoring vital signs, collecting samples, taking radiographs, and communicating clearly with clients to ensure high-quality care. Licensure and physical ability required.