Veterinary Assistant: Hands-On Care & Growth

Pet Services of Washington, P.S.; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental health support via Lyra

Full healthcare (medical, dental, and

Vision insurance with HSA/FSA options

Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereav​

Parental leave

Employer-paid professional liability

VTNE sponsorships

Pet care discounts

401(k) retirement savings

Job summary

VCA Bloomington Animal Hospital in Bloomington, MN is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support patient care and the client experience. This full-time role offers a 4 x 10s schedule with rotating Saturdays and hands-on learning in a busy veterinary setting.

You will assist veterinarians and technicians, prepare treatment areas, restrain animals, administer medications, and maintain records while educating clients and upholding high sanitation standards.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant.
• Confident in restraint, medical records, and running diagnostic labs.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians during examinations and surgical procedures.
• Prepare and maintain examination and treatment areas.
• Restrain animals safely and humanely for procedures.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed.
• Collect and process laboratory samples.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.
• Educate clients on general pet care and post-operative instructions.
• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of all hospital areas.

Skills

Veterinary assistant experience

Animal restraint

Medical records

Lab procedures

Job description

VCA Bloomington Animal Hospital in Bloomington, MN is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support patient care and the client experience. This full-time role offers a 4 x 10s schedule with rotating Saturdays and hands-on learning in a busy veterinary setting.

You will assist veterinarians and technicians, prepare treatment areas, restrain animals, administer medications, and maintain records while educating clients and upholding high sanitation standards.