Veterinary Technician — Growth, PTO & 401K Medical

Lakefield Veterinary Group; Inver Grove Heights (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401K

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Performance-based bonus

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Lakefield Veterinary Group seeks a Veterinary Technician for Inver Grove Heights Animal Hospital in Minnesota. The role supports veterinarians, maintains patient records, and assists with exams and procedures to promote high-quality care.

We value ongoing learning and provide a supportive environment with opportunities to grow professionally and contribute to exceptional client service.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from AVMA-accredited program.
• State licensing requirements vary by state; CVT/LVT/RVT credentials.
• Experience level: open to all experience levels.

Responsibilities

• Assist Veterinarian in exams, procedures and treatments.
• Maintain medical charts and patient records.
• Prepare patients, medications, and equipment for surgery.
• Collect samples for diagnostics and perform basic tests.
• Educate clients on pet health, nutrition, and prevention.
• Administer vaccines, injections, and medications under supervision.
• Restrain animals during exams as needed.
• Digitate results and communicate findings to the Vet.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Client communication

Attention to detail

Discretion

Multitasking

Customer service

Education

Associate’s Degree in Veterinary Technology (AVMA-accredited)

Tools

Practice Management Software (PIMS)

Microsoft Office (Outlook/Word/Excel)

Job description

Lakefield Veterinary Group seeks a Veterinary Technician for Inver Grove Heights Animal Hospital in Minnesota. The role supports veterinarians, maintains patient records, and assists with exams and procedures to promote high-quality care.

We value ongoing learning and provide a supportive environment with opportunities to grow professionally and contribute to exceptional client service.