Veterinary Technician: Surgery, Lab & Client Care

Heartland Veterinary Partners; Belle Plaine (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401k / Retirement benefits

Bonus incentive

Career and professional development

State licensing fee reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Heartland Veterinary Partners at Belle Plaine Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, laboratory testing, patient nursing, and client education. You will work as a key partner to ensure seamless patient care in a busy practice.

The role offers full-time (32–40 hours, 4–5 shifts) with part-time options. A state license is preferred, and Vet Tech Assistants may be considered.

Qualifications

• State license to work as a certified/licensed/registered veterinary technician in state of desired employment preferred
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance
• Basic computer skills
• Basic math and ability to calculate medication dosages
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed
• Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, as well as providing client education
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs of the patient during surgery
• Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories
• Take digital radiographs following proper safety procedures
• Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the discretion of the veterinarian
• Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment, and lab areas; restock exam rooms with supplies
• Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all interactions with clients; exercise compassion and care in all interactions with patients
• Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members including client discussions, patient plans, client concerns, etc
• Any other duties as assigned

Skills

Patience & Compassion

Collaboration & Teamwork

Communicating

Active Listening

Organization Skills

Client Satisfaction

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Job description

Heartland Veterinary Partners at Belle Plaine Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, laboratory testing, patient nursing, and client education. You will work as a key partner to ensure seamless patient care in a busy practice.

The role offers full-time (32–40 hours, 4–5 shifts) with part-time options. A state license is preferred, and Vet Tech Assistants may be considered.