Veterinary Assistant

Kelley Animal Hospital•Lexington, MN

18d•$15 - $22

About The Position

Kelley Animal Hospital is hiring a Veterinary Assistant! Veterinary Assistants are a critical part of our pet healthcare team. Do you love animals and want to help the people who love them? Are you an aspiring veterinary technician who would like to get some experience as a veterinary assistant? Maybe you have your animal science or biology degree and want some in-clinic experience before applying to veterinary school? Then we would love to talk to you! Kelley Animal Hospital is seeking a part-time Veterinary Assistant for our multi-doctor practice in the northern-suburbs, located between Shoreview and Blaine. Applicants preferably should have at least 1 year of experience working in an animal setting or a corresponding secondary degree. We offer a fun work environment with a fundamental belief that we work to live, not live to work.

Requirements

Must be compassionate
Has to understand the value of being part of a team and their role within it
Must be positively engaged
Is able to learn from mistakes
Has good listening and critical thinking skills
Has the ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks
Is comfortable with computers and technology, and can learn multiple computer programs
Works well with others and can take direction well
Is comfortable in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Ideally has 1+ years of veterinary clinic experience
Ideally is familiar with veterinary clinic software such as Avimark

Responsibilities

Checking-in and managing appointments
Animal restraint
Filling prescriptions
Reception work

Benefits

Competitive pay
401(k) matching
Tuition support
Referral bonuses
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options
Up to three weeks of paid parental leave
Generous PTO
Employee discounts
Quarterly team bonuses
Continuing education allowance
State license & VTNE fee reimbursement
Uniform allowance
Six paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts
Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance
Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program
A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
Roth Retirement Savings Plan
Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
529 Savings Plan
Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
Referral bonus program
Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time only; after one year of service)
Sick Time / Paid Time Off
Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
Pet discounts on services and products
Pet food discount program
Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
State license reimbursement
VTNE exam fee reimbursement
Professional development opportunities
Continuing education allowance
Uniform allowance
Employee discount program