Veterinary Technician - Animal Care Center

Lakefield Veterinary Group • Baxter, MN

6d • $18 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Animal Care Center is seeking a full-time or part-time Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join their collaborative 3-doctor team in Baxter, MN. The role offers opportunities to practice advanced technical skills, be an integral part of the surgical team, and grow into leadership positions. The hospital emphasizes work-life balance with no regular evening, weekend, or holiday shifts. There are optional extra earning opportunities through an after-hours emergency on-call program. The team fosters a fun and supportive environment, and the location offers access to year-round outdoor recreation.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree from a two-year veterinary technology program with accreditation from the American Veterinary Medicine Association (AVMA).
• Licensing requirements for Veterinary Technicians vary by state
• Successful completion of the Veterinary Technician National Examination (administered by the American Association of Veterinary State Boards (AAVSB) when required by the state)
• State-recognized veterinary technician certification (CVT, LVT, or RVT) with credential in good standing required
• Knowledge of veterinary hospital practices and procedures
• Strong organizational and time management skills including managing multiple priorities
• Ability to handle and maintain sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Interact with a variety of clients and employees in a professional, caring, compassionate, and tactful manner
• Basic knowledge of the generic and brand names, common uses, and side effects of drugs utilized in a veterinary practice
• Basic knowledge of medical equipment and terminology
• Basic proficiency with a variety of computer programs including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Practice Management software (PIMS)
• Basic written, verbal, and active listening communication skills with a customer-oriented approach
• Basic analytical, critical thinking, judgement, and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

• Experienced technicians have the opportunity to develop their leadership skills and grow into a Lead Veterinary Technician role, taking on additional responsibilities while helping support and mentor the team.

Responsibilities

• Foster a culture built on our values: Respect, Learning, Do the Right Thing, WOW Service, and Fun
• Provide professional, efficient, quality medical care and exceptional service to clients while maintaining maximum productivity
• Obtain patient medical history from the client and referring veterinarians as needed
• Perform initial evaluation of pet’s condition, collect information from client, observe pet's behavior, and checks vital statistics
• Complete preparatory procedures and assist the Veterinarian throughout the rest of the examination, diagnosis, procedures, and treatment phases
• Restrain pets during exams as needed
• Create and maintain patient medical records and documentation
• Obtain and prepare various samples including blood, urine, and fecal samples for diagnostic testing.
• Perform laboratory tests on samples and update the patient’s medical chart
• Educate clients about pet health needs, nutrition, and preventative care
• Perform X-rays and provide results to the Veterinarian
• Fill prescriptions under the direction of a Veterinarian
• Administer injections, vaccines, and medication with supervision and under the direction of a Veterinarian
• Perform dental prophylaxis, venipunctures, catheterization, and other procedures under supervision of a Veterinarian
• Prepare patient, medications, and equipment for surgery
• Support a practice environment that promotes collaboration and teamwork and ensures the delivery of quality, compassionate, effective, and efficient health care to pets
• Comply with all practice policies, quality assurance guidelines, and minimum standards of care
• Perform other duties or projects as requested

Benefits

• Growth Opportunities
• Full one-hour lunch break every shift
• Optional Extra Earning Opportunities (after-hours emergency on-call program)
• On-call stipend
• Minimum of two hours of time-and-a-half pay whenever called into the hospital
• Spring and summer parties, celebrations, and opportunities to connect outside of work

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree