Veterinary Technician Assistant - Cardiology Service

Animal Emergency & Referral Center Of Minnesota•Oakdale, MN

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota (AERC) is seeking a Technician Assistant to join their Cardiology Service. This role involves working alongside cardiologists and Licensed Veterinary Technicians to provide patient care, communicate with clients, manage appointments, and ensure the smooth operation of a busy specialty service. The ideal candidate is curious, flexible, comfortable with both animals and people, and eager to learn, even without prior cardiology expertise. The position offers opportunities for growth and increased responsibility as skills develop.

Requirements

Interest in cardiology, specialty medicine, or both
Animal handling and restraint experience
Comfortable talking with clients
Ability to juggle multiple priorities
Attention to detail
Willingness to ask questions when unsure
Active seeking of feedback and desire to improve
Positive attitude and enjoyment of teamwork
Willingness to help where needed

Nice To Haves

Veterinary assistant experience
Specialty hospital experience

Responsibilities

Handle and safely restrain patients for echocardiograms, blood draws, radiographs, and other diagnostics
Help facilitate outpatient appointments and in-hospital Cardiology consultations
Start medical records, enter charges, transport patients, and help coordinate patient flow
Communicate with clients in person, by phone, email, and other approved platforms
Help answer client questions and concerns with guidance from cardiologists and LVTs
Prepare, stock, clean, and organize equipment, exam rooms, and treatment areas
Assist with basic technical duties according to training and experience
Pitch in with logistical and operational tasks to keep the service running efficiently
As skills grow, take on more responsibility with Cardiology appointments, including obtaining patient histories and guiding patients and clients through visits.