Veterinary Assistant lI

South Metro Animal Emergency Care; Apple Valley (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

South Metro Animal Emergency Care seeks an experienced veterinary assistant to provide compassionate nursing care and support during day shifts, with possible part-time or full-time positions. Responsibilities include triage, patient care, and upholding facility standards, with benefits available after 90 days.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for full-time employees

HSA and FSA plans

Pet discounts

401(k) with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Uniform allowance

Shift differential

PTO and Holiday pay for full-time employees

Qualifications

• Experience in veterinary care preferred.
• Ability to work day shifts, including some weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Triage emergency cases as they arrive.
• Provide in-patient care for critical patients.
• Advocate for patients and clients.

Skills

Compassionate nursing care

Technical skills in animal care

Empathy

Job description

South Metro Animal Emergency Care is seeking an experienced veterinary assistant to join our highly skilled team for day shifts, either part-time or full-time. Some holiday and weekend hours will be required.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Deliver exceptional, compassionate nursing care to patients using technical skills such as:
• Triage emergency cases as they arrive.
• Provide in-patient care for critical patients, including comfort care.
• Safely and effectively restrain animals.
• Advocate for patients and clients by answering questions and addressing concerns.
• Help maintain facility cleanliness.
• Demonstrate empathy for clients during stressful moments, such as end-of-life situations.
• Support and mentor fellow team members.

Benefits (available after 90 days of employment):

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for full-time employees.
• HSA and FSA plans available.
• Pet discounts.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Uniform allowance.
• Shift differential.
• PTO and Holiday pay for full-time employees.
• And more!