Certified Veterinary Technician

Keller Lake Animal Hospital  located in Maplewood, MN is hiring. We are seeking a certified veterinary technician for our family-oriented veterinary clinic. We are a dedicated group and enjoy our clinic and clients.  We LOVE our patients and do everything we can to make their visit fun. We have the BEST treats in the Twin Cities.

We are looking for a part-time or full-time  Certified Veterinary Technician, Veterinary Technician, or Highly Skilled Veterinary Assistant interested in working in a fun, fast-paced small animal hospital. We seek a team player with compassion and excellent customer service skills. Our company strives to lead the veterinary profession by improving wages, benefits, education, a healthy work environment, community engagement and learning to find happiness in what we do. 

Pay: Based on experience and credentials.

Hours: Part-time Monday, Wednesday and Friday with some flexibility to fill in days. Full-time Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.  No weekends.  

Benefits: Part time team members recieve,401k, Petcare discount, Uniform allowance, Bonus pay, Employee assistance program, plus more! Full-time employees working 30 or more hours a week receive full medical, dental, and vision benefits as well.  

Education: A.A.S and Certification in Veterinary Technology preferred but not required. On-the-job trained technicians are welcome to apply!

 

Requirements and duties include but are not limited to:

2 to 3 years + experience in a Small Animal General Practice

Ability to Triage (in person and on the phone)

Taking a detailed medical history prior to the veterinary exam

Education on low-stress and fear-free animal restraint techniques

Educating clients and comfortable working with clients and their pets directly in the exam room

Excellent customer experience skills; this is a must! We love our clients as much as we love their pets.

Proficient in surgical assisting, dentistry, and anesthesia

The ability to lift a minimum of 45 lbs.

Strong diagnostic/lab skills

The ability to work independently and as a team

The ability to multi-task and manage stress levels with a positive, professional, and a adaptible attitude is a MUST!

General Hospital Cleaning

Performing opening and closing tasks

Ability to be cross-trained in all hospital areas, including exam rooms, laboratory, reception, coaching, cleaning, stocking, etc.