Certified Veterinary Technician - Burnsville, MN

About the role

WellHaven Pet Health is dedicated to improving the lives of pets and their owners through comprehensive veterinary care. Our mission is to provide exceptional care and support to our teams, fostering a positive and collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in examinations, treatments, and monitoring of animals under the supervision of a veterinarian.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as prescribed.
• Maintain thorough and accurate medical charting for all patients.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, prepare and analyze laboratory samples, and perform diagnostic tests.
• Prepare surgical suites, instruments, and patients for surgery, assist during procedures, and provide post-operative care.
• Provide educational services to clients regarding wellness plans, animal care, nutrition, medication administration, and disease prevention.
• Maintain hospital equipment and manage supplies.
• Collaborate with the team to optimize hospital operations.
• Handle reception duties such as triaging phone calls, scheduling appointments, and facilitating patient intake and discharge.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, preferably with an associate degree.
• Valid certification, registration, or licensing as a Veterinary Technician (CVT, RVT, or LVT).
• At least 1 year of veterinary hospital experience.
• Experience handling and restraining dogs, cats, and exotic animals.
• Knowledge of and experience with common veterinary medical procedures, including surgery, dentistry, radiology, laboratory diagnostics, and anesthesia management.
• Familiarity with veterinary medical terminology and abbreviations.
• Strong customer service focus and ability to adapt to individual client needs.
• Proactive initiative in addressing tasks and challenges.
• Ability to perform tasks independently and exercise good judgment.
• Effective multi-tasking and prioritization skills.
• Good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity, and visual acuity.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds and stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb.

Benefits

WellHaven Pet Health offers a competitive salary range of $22 - $28 per hour, along with an extensive benefits package including:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings plan
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible work schedule options

Pay

$22 - $28 per hour

Schedule

Shifts may include 10+ hours, Saturdays, evenings, and holidays.

Benefits Package

Please visit our benefits page for details.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including transgender status), marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, age, military or veteran status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other status protected by law.

Commitment to Diversity

WellHaven Pet Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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