Veterinary Technician

Maple Lake Veterinary Clinic; Maple Lake (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Paid parental leave

Pet care benefits

Four-day work week

No nights or holidays

Job summary

Maple Lake Veterinary Clinic is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our busy small animal practice in Maple Lake, Minnesota. This full-time position offers a four-day work week with no nights or holiday hours, and a competitive hourly wage of $20–$26, depending on experience.

You will work closely with a supportive team to provide compassionate nursing care from intake through discharge, assist veterinarians during examinations and procedures, and

Qualifications

• A current Licensed Veterinary Technician license or substantial hands-on Veterinary Assistant experience.
• Strong clinical nursing skills and ability to assist veterinarians during exams and procedures.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate nursing care from intake through discharge.
• Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments.
• Maintain accurate patient records and client communication.
• Help ensure a clean, organized treatment area.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician license

Job description

Who we are:

Maple Lake Veterinary Clinic is looking for a Licensed Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant!

Position Details

Role: Licensed Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary AssistantStatus: Full-timeSalary: $20 - $26 per hour (depending on experience)Schedule: Four-day work week, typically 7:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; rotating Saturday shift at the Kimball clinic approximately once every seven weeks from 7:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.; no nights or holiday hours

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive compensation, 401(k) matching, Roth retirement savings, flexible spending options, tuition support, and referral bonusesWellness & Peace of Mind: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, supplemental coverage, paid parental leave, paid time off, and employee pet care benefitsProfessional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program, continuing education allowance, uniform allowance, professional development opportunities, and technician credential support for eligible team membersLifestyle Perks You'll Appreciate: A four-day work week, no nights or holiday hours, monthly team meals, Employee Assistance Program, employee discounts, and regular opportunities to connect with teammates across the Animals Inc family of clinics

Ready to join a collaborative veterinary team where your technical skills, compassion, and contributions are genuinely valued?

Maple Lake Veterinary Clinic is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our busy, fast-paced small animal practice in Maple Lake, Minnesota. We are looking for a veterinary professional who communicates clearly, works well as part of a team, and genuinely enjoys helping clients and their furry family members.

Our three-doctor clinic cares for dogs and cats and is part of the Animals Inc family of veterinary practices serving Central Minnesota. We are proud of the thoughtful medicine, personal service, and positive experience we provide to our patients and the people who love them.

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love It Here

• Join a busy three-doctor practice where your skills will be used every day
• Work alongside a supportive team that values collaboration and mutual respect
• Provide hands-on patient care from intake through discharge
• Build lasting relationships with clients and their pets
• Enjoy a consistent four-day work week
• Keep your nights and holidays free
• Rotate only one Saturday approximately every seven weeks
• Receive mentorship and encouragement as you continue growing professionally
• Enjoy monthly team meals and regular opportunities to connect with colleagues
• Collaborate with teammates across our Kimball, Watkins, Litchfield, Hutchinson, and Lifelong locations
• Be part of a workplace where asking for help and offering help are equally valued
• Work in a hospital culture that believes excellent medicine and having fun can go hand in hand

What Our Veterinary Technicians Do

• Collaborate with the veterinary team to maintain an efficient workflow and positive hospital culture
• Provide compassionate, high quality nursing care from patient intake through discharge
• Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and medical procedures
• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and prescribed treatments
• Perform venipuncture, intravenous catheter placement, fluid therapy, and sample collection
• Complete in house laboratory testing
• Position patients and obtain diagnostic radiographs
• Prepare patients, instruments, and equipment for surgical and dental procedures
• Assist with surgical and dental procedures from preparation through recovery
• Monitor anesthesia, patient vital signs, and overall patient condition during procedures
• Provide attentive postoperative and recovery care
• Clean, maintain, and prepare surgical and dental instruments
• Maintain complete and accurate medical records and patient charts
• Educate clients about medications, discharge instructions, preventive care, and ongoing patient needs
• Communicate with clients using compassion, clarity, and confidence
• Help maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked treatment areas

What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring

• A current Veterinary Technician license or substantial hands-on Veterinary Assistant experience
• Strong technical skills appropriate to your experience and training
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• A compassionate and empathetic approach to patients, clients, and coworkers
• Confidence assisting with examinations, treatments, diagnostics, surgery, and dentistry
• Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping habits
• The ability to remain organized and effective in a busy clinical environment
• A positive and supportive approach to teamwork
• The confidence to take ownership of assigned responsibilities
• A willingness to ask for help when needed and offer help to teammates
• A commitment to continued learning and professional growth
• A desire to encourage and support the growth of others
• Dependability, flexibility, and a team-first mindset
• A sense of humor and the belief that work can be both meaningful and enjoyable

The Extras You'll Actually Feel

At Maple Lake Veterinary Clinic, we believe remarkable patient care begins with a team that respects, supports, and appreciates one another. You will work with people who understand that the best outcomes are achieved through teamwork, open communication, and a willingness to step in wherever help is needed.

Our four-day schedule gives you more time outside of work, while the absence of night and holiday shifts provides greater consistency. Saturday coverage is limited to one shift approximately every seven weeks at our Kimball clinic, allowing you to contribute to the broader team without giving up every weekend.

As part of the Animals Inc family, you will also have opportunities to connect with teammates from our clinics in Kimball, Watkins, Litchfield, Hutchinson, and Lifelong. Quarterly meetings and monthly team meals help strengthen relationships, encourage shared learning, and remind us that we are all working toward the same goal: providing exceptional care to pets and the people who love them.

Benefits You Can't Beat

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) Matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program
• Referral Bonus Program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal coverage, and employee, spouse, and dependent life insurance
• Up to three weeks of paid parental leave for eligible employees after one year of service
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free or discounted laboratory work for employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Professional Growth & Recognition

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance
• State Veterinary Technician License reimbursement for eligible credentialed technicians
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement for eligible team members
• TechLife Professional Development Program for eligible Veterinary Technicians

Lifestyle Benefits

• Four-day work week
• No night shifts
• No holiday hours
• Rotating Saturday shift approximately once every seven weeks
• Monthly team meals
• Quarterly meetings with teammates across the Animals Inc family of clinics
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program
• Supportive and collaborative workplace culture
• A team that values professional growth, mutual respect, and having fun

Join Our Team

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Maple Lake Veterinary Clinic and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.