Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals; Richfield (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation/sick days

401(k)

Employee pet discounts

Job summary

VCA Animal Care Hospital in Richfield, MN is seeking a part-time Veterinary Assistant to support doctors and technicians. The role involves assisting with exams, surgeries, dental work, and emergency care, while maintaining patient records and communicating with pet owners.

The position offers a competitive compensation range of $18–$20 per hour, with some Saturdays included. Benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plus employee pet discounts are available.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a veterinary setting as a Veterinary Assistant.
• Comfortable handling dogs and cats of all sizes and temperaments.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in patient care, including exams, surgeries, dental procedures, and emergency care.
• Perform diagnostic tests and prepare samples for lab testing.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as prescribed.
• Monitor and care for patients, including pain management and wound care.
• Perform venipuncture.
• Maintain accurate patient records per AAHA standards.
• Educate pet owners about health, treatment plans, and post-care instructions.
• Ensure sterilization and maintenance of instruments and equipment.
• Assist with inventory management and stocking supplies.
• Collaborate with a team in a positive work environment.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Animal handling

Communication with owners

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Location:

1208 E. 66th Street. Richfield, MN 55423

Part-time Veterinary Assistant at VCA Animal Care Hospital

About Our Hospital

VCA VCA Animal Care Hospital is a trusted AAHA- accredited hospital serving pets and families in our community with personalized veterinary care. From routine wellness visits to surgery and dental care, we focus on building lasting relationships with our clients while creating a supportive and collaborative workplace for our team.

The Opportunity

As a Veterinary Assistant, you’ll play an important role in supporting our doctors and technicians while helping create a positive experience for pets and their families. This is a great opportunity for someone who loves animals, enjoys teamwork, and wants to grow in veterinary medicine.

Schedule:

Full-time, flexible position that would include some Saturdays.

Compensation:

$18 - 20/hr, and the starting range is determined by skill set and years of experience in the field.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist veterinarians in all aspects of patient care, including physical exams, surgeries, dental procedures, and emergency care.
• Perform diagnostic tests, such as radiographs, blood work, and urinalysis, and prepare samples for laboratory testing.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
• Monitor and care for patients, including pain management, wound care, and nutritional support.
• Perform venipuncture.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records in accordance with AAHA standards and clinic protocols.
• Educate and communicate with pet owners about their pet's health, treatment plans, and post-care instructions.
• Ensure proper sterilization and maintenance of surgical instruments and equipment.
• Assist with inventory management, including ordering and stocking supplies.
• Collaborate with a team that values experience, stability, and a positive work environment.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a veterinary setting as a Veterinary Assistant
• Comfortable handling dogs and cats of all sizes and temperaments
• High school diploma or equivalent required

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com