Overnight Veterinary Assistant | Calm Care & Pet Comfort

Lakefield Veterinary Group; Apple Valley (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakefield Veterinary Group is seeking an Overnight Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, keeping pets safe and comfortable during visits. You’ll prep exam rooms, assist during procedures, monitor patients, and educate clients under supervision.

Flexible evenings/weekends required and you’ll join a caring team dedicated to high-quality pet care. This role offers hands-on responsibilities, opportunities to grow in veterinary medicine, and a supportive environment that

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• NAVTA-Approved Veterinary Assistant program preferred.
• Minimum one year of pet care experience preferred.
• Broad knowledge of animal science.
• Basic pharmacology knowledge.
• Proficient in MS Outlook and Word.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organization.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms and equipment between appointments.
• Take initial patient information and update records.
• Calm and restrain pets during procedures.
• Provide owner education on pet care under veterinarian direction.
• Monitor vital signs after surgery and during boarding.
• Maintain clean cages and boarding areas.
• Assist veterinarians and technicians as needed.
• Respond to general client questions.
• Ensure compliance with practice policies.

Skills

Animal science

Pharmacology basics

MS Office

Communication skills

Math basics

Analytical thinking

Compassion

Client interaction

Attention to detail

Time management

Discretion

Calm under pressure

Education

High School Diploma or GED

NAVTA-approved Veterinary Assistant program

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

Industry websites

Job description

Lakefield Veterinary Group is seeking an Overnight Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, keeping pets safe and comfortable during visits. You’ll prep exam rooms, assist during procedures, monitor patients, and educate clients under supervision.

Flexible evenings/weekends required and you’ll join a caring team dedicated to high-quality pet care. This role offers hands-on responsibilities, opportunities to grow in veterinary medicine, and a supportive environment that