Veterinary Assistant
Burnsville Animal Clinic, Burnsville, MN, United States
Job Summary
The Veterinary Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring the well‑being of pets, educating clients, and maintaining the highest standards of veterinary care.
Key Responsibilities
Main Accountabilities:
Demonstrate proficiency in applying technical skills acquired through education and experience, including expertise in surgery, dentistry, laboratory procedures, venipuncture, proper restraint techniques, and strict adherence to established protocols for maintaining a sterile and safe environment
Contribute to the day‑to‑day efficiency and smooth operation of the hospital
Utilize exceptional communication skills to engage with team members and clients effectively
Maintain thorough and accurate medical charting for all patients, consistently meeting hospital quality control standards
Educate clients about Wellness Plans, offering guidance on pet care and overall health as appropriate
Assume responsibility for select reception duties, such as answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, and facilitating patient intake and discharge
Obtain pertinent medical history and patient information
Assist in managing hospital supplies, including inventory tracking and restocking as necessary
Ensure the completion of all assigned hospital duties before the end of each shift
Act as an advocate for the overall success and performance of the hospital
Customer Service Delivery
Consistently provide professional, efficient, and exceptional service
Demonstrate excellent communication and organizational skills when interacting with the veterinary team and clients
Effectively adapt to individual clients and their needs
Effectively resolve customer complaints as appropriate
Other
Adhere to OSHA standards and regulations as outlined in company policies
Ability to perform other job duties as assigned
Required Skills and Knowledge
Enhance and acquire new veterinary technical skills such as proficiency in anesthesia, surgical assistance, and dentistry
Work independently and exercise good judgment
Remain action‑oriented and effectively set priorities
Work well in an extremely fast‑paced work environment, remaining calm and resilient
Exhibit proactive initiative in addressing tasks and challenges as they arise
Complete work, maintaining a high level of accuracy while managing constant interruptions
Learn new computer software systems (EMR, Scheduling, etc.)
Provide a high level of accountability
Experience / Knowledge
Handling dogs, cats, and exotic animals
Providing basic animal care, such as feeding, bathing, grooming, and monitoring for signs of distress or illness
Common medical procedures, including administering medications, wound care, and assisting with diagnostic tests
Demonstrates
Strong customer service focus while effectively adapting to individual clients and their needs
Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage a variety of emotional situations – remaining empathetic, compassionate, and approachable
Education and Experience
High School Diploma or equivalent
6+ months of experience in the veterinary industry
Completion of an NAVTA‑approved veterinary assistant program or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities (preferred)
Work Location, Environment, and Physical Requirements
The Vet Assistant position is performed onsite at our hospital or at an approved offsite event location. Remote work is not available for this position
Hospital environment includes limited space, smells from pet waste, and noise (barking, etc.)
Schedules may include 10+ hour shifts, Saturdays, evenings, and holidays
Good hand‑eye coordination, arm‑hand‑finger dexterity with the ability to reach and grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment, and read information
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Ability to lift 50+ pounds
Able to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb
May routinely be exposed to pets that may bite or scratch, biological hazards, anesthesia medications (smells), radiation if near an X‑ray machine, prescription medications, including controlled substances
Salary Range
$18 - $25
Benefits
WellHaven offers competitive pay and a great benefits package.
Review our benefits package at: https://wellhaven.com/wellhaven-employment-benefits/
Commitment to Diversity
WellHaven is an Equal Opportunity Employer. WellHaven is committed to complying with all applicable federal, state, and/or local laws prohibiting discrimination based on 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.
In accordance with federal, state, and local law, WellHaven may provide reasonable accommodation to known physical or mental limitations of applicants during the hiring process unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on WellHaven. For more information, please contact WellHaven HR at HR@wellhaven.com.
Pay Transparency Disclaimer
WellHaven Pet Health provides wage range information in accordance with applicable pay transparency laws. Third‑party job boards and recruiting platforms may omit or misrepresent this information when reposting our job requisitions. WellHaven Pet Health is not responsible for any discrepancies in such postings. For the authoritative and most up‑to‑date wage range information for all positions and locations, please refer exclusively to our official careers page: https://wellhaven.com/join-the-team/.
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The Veterinary Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring the well‑being of pets, educating clients, and maintaining the highest standards of veterinary care.
Key Responsibilities
Main Accountabilities:
Demonstrate proficiency in applying technical skills acquired through education and experience, including expertise in surgery, dentistry, laboratory procedures, venipuncture, proper restraint techniques, and strict adherence to established protocols for maintaining a sterile and safe environment
Contribute to the day‑to‑day efficiency and smooth operation of the hospital
Utilize exceptional communication skills to engage with team members and clients effectively
Maintain thorough and accurate medical charting for all patients, consistently meeting hospital quality control standards
Educate clients about Wellness Plans, offering guidance on pet care and overall health as appropriate
Assume responsibility for select reception duties, such as answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, and facilitating patient intake and discharge
Obtain pertinent medical history and patient information
Assist in managing hospital supplies, including inventory tracking and restocking as necessary
Ensure the completion of all assigned hospital duties before the end of each shift
Act as an advocate for the overall success and performance of the hospital
Customer Service Delivery
Consistently provide professional, efficient, and exceptional service
Demonstrate excellent communication and organizational skills when interacting with the veterinary team and clients
Effectively adapt to individual clients and their needs
Effectively resolve customer complaints as appropriate
Other
Adhere to OSHA standards and regulations as outlined in company policies
Ability to perform other job duties as assigned
Required Skills and Knowledge
Enhance and acquire new veterinary technical skills such as proficiency in anesthesia, surgical assistance, and dentistry
Work independently and exercise good judgment
Remain action‑oriented and effectively set priorities
Work well in an extremely fast‑paced work environment, remaining calm and resilient
Exhibit proactive initiative in addressing tasks and challenges as they arise
Complete work, maintaining a high level of accuracy while managing constant interruptions
Learn new computer software systems (EMR, Scheduling, etc.)
Provide a high level of accountability
Experience / Knowledge
Handling dogs, cats, and exotic animals
Providing basic animal care, such as feeding, bathing, grooming, and monitoring for signs of distress or illness
Common medical procedures, including administering medications, wound care, and assisting with diagnostic tests
Demonstrates
Strong customer service focus while effectively adapting to individual clients and their needs
Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage a variety of emotional situations – remaining empathetic, compassionate, and approachable
Education and Experience
High School Diploma or equivalent
6+ months of experience in the veterinary industry
Completion of an NAVTA‑approved veterinary assistant program or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities (preferred)
Work Location, Environment, and Physical Requirements
The Vet Assistant position is performed onsite at our hospital or at an approved offsite event location. Remote work is not available for this position
Hospital environment includes limited space, smells from pet waste, and noise (barking, etc.)
Schedules may include 10+ hour shifts, Saturdays, evenings, and holidays
Good hand‑eye coordination, arm‑hand‑finger dexterity with the ability to reach and grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment, and read information
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Ability to lift 50+ pounds
Able to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb
May routinely be exposed to pets that may bite or scratch, biological hazards, anesthesia medications (smells), radiation if near an X‑ray machine, prescription medications, including controlled substances
Salary Range
$18 - $25
Benefits
WellHaven offers competitive pay and a great benefits package.
Review our benefits package at: https://wellhaven.com/wellhaven-employment-benefits/
Commitment to Diversity
WellHaven is an Equal Opportunity Employer. WellHaven is committed to complying with all applicable federal, state, and/or local laws prohibiting discrimination based on 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.
In accordance with federal, state, and local law, WellHaven may provide reasonable accommodation to known physical or mental limitations of applicants during the hiring process unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on WellHaven. For more information, please contact WellHaven HR at HR@wellhaven.com.
Pay Transparency Disclaimer
WellHaven Pet Health provides wage range information in accordance with applicable pay transparency laws. Third‑party job boards and recruiting platforms may omit or misrepresent this information when reposting our job requisitions. WellHaven Pet Health is not responsible for any discrepancies in such postings. For the authoritative and most up‑to‑date wage range information for all positions and locations, please refer exclusively to our official careers page: https://wellhaven.com/join-the-team/.
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