Veterinary Assistant

Pet Services of Minnesota
  • Saint Paul, Minnesota
  • $18–$28 Per Hour
5 days ago

Job Description

Veterinary Assistant at VCA Feist Animal Hospital

Schedule:Full-time opportunity, flexible scheduling available

Compensation $18.00 – $28.00/hourPay range is negotiable based on experience, education, skills, and credentials.

About Our Hospital

VCA Feist Animal Hospital is a 5-doctor practice providing high-quality veterinary care including preventive medicine, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and compassionate client service.

The Opportunity

As a Veterinary Assistant,you’llplayan important rolein supporting our doctors and technicians while helping create a positive experience for pets and their families. This isa great opportunityfor someone who loves animals, enjoys teamwork, and wants to grow in veterinary medicine.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assistveterinarians in all aspects of patient care, including physical exams, surgeries, dental procedures, and emergency care.

  • Perform diagnostic tests, such as radiographs, blood work, and urinalysis, and prepare samples for laboratory testing.

  • Administer medications, vaccines, and treatmentsas prescribed byveterinarians.

  • Monitor and care for patients, including pain management, wound care, and nutritional support.

  • Perform venipuncture.

  • Maintainaccurateand detailed patient recordsin accordance withAAHA standards and clinic protocols.

  • Educate and communicate with pet owners about their pet's health, treatment plans, and post-care instructions.

  • Ensure proper sterilization and maintenance of surgical instruments and equipment.

  • Assistwith inventory management, including ordering and stocking supplies.

  • Collaborate with a team that values experience, stability, and a positive work environment.

Benefits:VCA offers a comprehensive benefits package to support the health, well-being, and professional development of its associates. Key benefits include:

  • Mental Health:Access to the Lyra mental health platform, including up to 12 therapy sessions per year, guided self-care, and meditation resources.

  • Full Healthcare:Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options, as well as fertility benefits.

  • Paid Time Off:Paid vacation,sick, parental, and bereavement leave.

  • Financial Support:100% employer-paid short-term and long-termdisability.

  • Protection:Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations.

  • Perks:Rabies prophylaxis vaccine and titer testing.

  • Latest Tech & Innovation:Opportunities to work with the latest technology and programs that encourage innovation and creativity, such as VCA Next.

  • Sponsorships:Penn Foster and VTNE test prep sponsorships, as well as VTNE prep courses.

  • Discounts:Discounted Low-Stress Handling, Fear Free, and AAFP Cat-Friendly certifications, along withVETGirland VIN subscriptions.

  • Programs:Leadership development and mentorship programs.

  • Retirement:401(k) retirement savings plan with increasing employer contribution.

  • Full Coverage:100% employer-paid professional liability coverage and life insurance coverage equal to one year’s salary.

  • Pet Care Perks:Generous pet care discounts and VIP programs.

  • Transfer Opportunities:Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities.

Qualifications:

  • Previousexperience in a veterinary setting as a Veterinary Assistant

  • Comfortable handling dogs and cats of all sizes and temperaments

  • High school diploma or equivalent required

If you are interested in providing compassionate veterinary care with an easy-to-love team, apply today!We look forward to speaking with you.

Location: 1430 Marshall Ave, St Paul, MN 55104

If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.

Numbers & Facts

LocationSaint Paul, Minnesota
Salary$18–$28 Per Hour

Skills

  • Animal Careunmatched
  • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
  • Dental Insuranceunmatched
  • Dentistryunmatched
  • Emergency Careunmatched
  • Emerging Technologyunmatched
  • Financial Supportunmatched
  • Flexible Spending Accountsunmatched
  • Healthcareunmatched
  • Inventory Managementunmatched
  • Laboratory Testingunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Medical Treatmentunmatched
  • Medication Administrationunmatched
  • Mentoringunmatched
  • Nutrition Therapyunmatched
  • Order Suppliesunmatched
  • Pain Managementunmatched
  • Patient Careunmatched
  • Phlebotomyunmatched
  • Prescription Drugsunmatched
  • Preventive Medicineunmatched
  • Radiographyunmatched
  • Sample/Specimen Processingunmatched
  • Sterilizationunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Testingunmatched
  • Treatment Planunmatched
  • Vaccinationunmatched
  • Veterinary Hospitalunmatched
  • Veterinary Medicineunmatched
  • Vision Planunmatched
  • Wound Careunmatched

Be found by employers

5,500+ employers search our resume database daily. Add yours to get found by recruiters looking for candidates like you.

Level up your application

Professional resume templates

Browse dozens of recruiter approved resume templates, layouts and formats. Choose your favorite and make it your own in minutes.

Free resume templates

Free resume builder

Improve your existing resume or start from scratch and create a standout, ATS-friendly resume. Add job-specific content, download and apply.

Free resume builder