Veterinary Technician — Surgical Support & Client Care

Ham Lake Veterinary Hospital; Andover (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Bonus incentive

Flexible work schedules

Career and professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Ham Lake Veterinary Hospital in a country setting near Ham Lake/East Bethel is seeking a Veterinary Technician to assist veterinarians, monitor hospitalized patients, perform in-house lab work, and prepare prescriptions.

The role emphasizes compassionate client education, collaboration with the team, and attention to safety and accuracy in lab tests, radiographs, anesthesia, and treatments; weekend availability may be required.

Qualifications

• Patience, compassion, and professional demeanor in all client and patient interactions.
• Strong teamwork and feedback incorporation within a veterinary team.
• Clear, effective communication with clients and staff.
• Active listening to veterinarians and clients to understand needs and instructions.
• Excellent organizational skills for tracking lab specimens, medications, and patient flow.
• Focus on client satisfaction through high-quality care and service.

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, develop, and maintain 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. Assist other team members to keep the public areas of the practice clean; clean and maintain all medical equipment.
• 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

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Ham Lake Veterinary Hospital in a country setting near Ham Lake/East Bethel is seeking a Veterinary Technician to assist veterinarians, monitor hospitalized patients, perform in-house lab work, and prepare prescriptions.

The role emphasizes compassionate client education, collaboration with the team, and attention to safety and accuracy in lab tests, radiographs, anesthesia, and treatments; weekend availability may be required.