Licensed Veterinary Technician at Animal Medical Center of Lindstrom

Animal Medical Center of Lindstrom•Lindstrom, MN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Animal Medical Center of Lindstrom is a busy, three-doctor veterinary practice in Lindstrom, Minnesota, providing medical, surgical, and dental care to dogs and cats. The practice emphasizes compassionate patient care, strong client relationships, teamwork, and a friendly, supportive environment. It is seeking an experienced, licensed veterinary technician who is dependable, hardworking, attentive to quality, and committed to caring for both pets and their owners. The technician assists veterinarians with examinations, surgery, laboratory work, imaging, patient handling, and treatments. The role also involves communicating with clients and colleagues, maintaining clean and stocked work areas, and supporting the overall operation of the practice. The listed pay range is $23–$25 per hour.

Requirements

Hold a state license to work as a certified, licensed, or registered veterinary technician in the state of employment.
Be able to lift patients and carry equipment weighing up to 25 pounds; lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.
Practice OSHA safety techniques, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Have basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.
Have basic math skills and be able to calculate medication dosages.
Have strong communication skills to support patient safety.
Demonstrate patience and compassion, including remaining professional and responding calmly during crises.
Demonstrate collaboration and teamwork, including coordinating with veterinarians and colleagues, sharing ideas, and incorporating feedback.
Have active listening and organization skills, including tracking specimens, medications, patient instructions, and workflow while managing multiple patients and clients.
Focus on client satisfaction.

Responsibilities

Assist veterinarians with veterinary medicine, surgery, and other tasks as needed.
Assist with outpatient examinations by taking patient histories, vital signs, and weights, and providing client education.
Prepare patients for surgery and monitor patient vital signs during surgery.
Collect blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
Take, develop, and maintain radiographs while following proper safety procedures.
Handle and restrain animals during examinations.
Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the veterinarian’s discretion.
Clean and straighten examination rooms, treatment areas, and laboratory areas, and restock examination rooms with supplies.
Help keep public areas clean and clean and maintain medical equipment.
Interact with clients warmly, courteously, and professionally, and provide compassionate care to patients.
Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members about client discussions, patient plans, and client concerns.
Perform other duties as assigned.