Veterinary Care Specialist

Wellhaven Pet Health; Burnsville (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

WellHaven benefits package

Job summary

WellHaven Pet Health in Minnesota is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring compassionate care for pets, educating clients, and maintaining high standards of veterinary service in a fast-paced hospital setting.

You will handle reception duties, manage medical records, assist with surgery and dentistry, monitor patient health, and participate in inventory and ordering.

Qualifications

• 6+ months of experience in the veterinary industry.
• Completion of a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate proficiency in surgery, dentistry, lab procedures, venipuncture, and sterile environment protocols.
• Support veterinarians and technicians; maintain medical records.
• Assist in reception duties and client education.
• Manage hospital supplies and inventory.

Skills

Veterinary assistance

Communication

Patient care

Sterile technique

Record keeping

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program

Tools

EMR software

Scheduling software

Job description

WellHaven Pet Health in Minnesota is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring compassionate care for pets, educating clients, and maintaining high standards of veterinary service in a fast-paced hospital setting.

You will handle reception duties, manage medical records, assist with surgery and dentistry, monitor patient health, and participate in inventory and ordering.