`Veterinary Technician

VCA Animal Hospitals; Apple Valley (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Parental leave

Infertility benefits

Mental health resources

Continuing Education allowance

WOOF University CE

Job summary

VCA Cedar View Animal Hospital in Apple Valley, MN is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our compassionate team. This full-time role includes assisting in surgical procedures, anesthesia monitoring, dental cleanings, radiographs, vaccine administration, and in-house lab work to support our clinical goals.

You will prepare patients and rooms, educate clients on treatment plans and home care, maintain medical records, and contribute to a collaborative culture that values learning and

Qualifications

• Assists in surgical procedures including anesthesia monitoring and post-op care.
• Performs dental cleanings, charting, and radiographs.
• Administers medications and vaccines as directed by the DVM.
• Collects samples and runs in-house diagnostics.
• Prepares patients and exam rooms for appointments.
• Educates clients on treatment plans, medications, and home care.
• Maintains accurate patient medical records.

Responsibilities

• Assist in surgical procedures and anesthesia monitoring.
• Perform dental cleaning, charting and radiographs.
• Administer medications and vaccines as directed by the veterinarian.
• Collect samples and perform in-house lab testing.
• Prepare patients and exam rooms for appointments.
• Educate clients on treatment plans and home care.
• Maintain accurate medical records.

Skills

Surgical assistance

Anesthesia monitoring

Dental radiographs

Vaccinations

Client education

Medical records management

In-house lab diagnostics

Exam room prep

Job description

Location:

7545 147th St W, Apple Valley, MN 55124

VCA Cedar View Animal Hospital is looking to add a Veterinary Technician to our team!

Schedule:

Full-time opportunity, with rotating Saturday shifts.

Compensation:

$ 21 - 26/ hr and pay range is negotiable based on experience, education, skills, and credentials.

About VCA Cedar View Animal Hospital:

VCA Cedar View Animal Hospital is dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care for pets and the people who love them. Our services include wellness care, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and client education. We are proud of our positive team culture where collaboration, support, and continued learning are valued every day.

What You'll Do (Day-to-Day Responsibilities):

• Assist in surgical procedures, including anesthesia monitoring and post-op recovery
• Perform dental cleanings, charting, and radiographs
• Administer medications and vaccines as directed by the DVM
• Collect samples and perform in-house laboratory diagnostics
• Prepare patients and exam rooms for appointments
• Educate clients on treatment plans, medications, and home care
• Maintain accurate patient medical records
• Plus more!

Total Rewards

As a VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Infertility and gender affirmation benefits
• Mental wellness resources including Headspace and Lyra Health
• Financial wellness tools including Vault
• Continuing Education allowance and PTO
• WOOF University – extensive virtual CE opportunities
• Opportunities to participate in Clinical Studies programs

Discover Additional Benefits| VCA (vcacareers.com)

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