Veterinary Technician

Animal Humane Society • Golden Valley, MN

10d • $24 - $30 • Hybrid

About The Position

Join our compassionate and dedicated team as a Veterinary Technician in our public-facing clinic, and embark on a rewarding journey of veterinary care within our two clinics in St. Paul and Golden Valley. Our community-focused clinics provide high quality care with affordable standard fees and additional discounts based on income. The Veterinary Technician is responsible for providing the care, examination, evaluation, and treatment of animals in accordance with established policies and under the direction of veterinarians.

Requirements

• Experience as a Veterinary Technician or related schooling.
• Veterinary Technician licensure, required.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, multi-tasking and time-management skills.
• Proficient with computers, specifically a working knowledge of Microsoft products.
• Must be able to lift, carry, and handle animals and other items up to 50 lbs. unassisted. For animals and other items over 50 lbs., assistance from another team member is required.
• Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
• Must be comfortable with the emotional aspect of work in the veterinary field and be emotionally resilient.
• Must be comfortable handling a variety of animals with a wide range of behavioral and medical needs, including the use of humane euthanasia.
• Reliable transportation, required.

Responsibilities

• Record and monitor animal health.
• Handle and restrain animals.
• Collect samples and perform tests.
• Administer treatments and assist with surgeries.
• Perform dental and diagnostic procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and sterilize equipment.
• Greet clients and obtain histories.
• Discuss medical recommendations and provide aftercare instructions.
• Maintain records and handle client communications.
• Promote positive communication and inclusivity.
• Maintain records and manage schedules using various software.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• 15+ Days of Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Floating Holidays
• Unique animal adoption benefits and discounts on veterinary care, and pet supplies
• Health savings account
• Flexible spending account for health care expenses and dependent care
• Voluntary accident insurance
• Employee-paid supplemental life, accidental death & dismemberment and long-term disability insurance
• Employer paid basic life insurance
• Employer paid basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Employer paid short-term disability
• Support for student loans: we are a Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualified employer
• Mental Health and Counseling Support: all employees have access to our Employee Assistance Program with 3 free counseling sessions per year
• 4% company match for part-time and full-time staff
• Nine paid holidays for full-time staff
• Paid floating holidays for part-time and full-time staff (up to 4 days per year based on start date)
• Paid Time Off for part time and full-time staff (amount is based on hours worked and FTE status)
• Paid parent leave for full-time staff

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed