Veterinary Assistant - Lakeville, MN

Job Description

Job Description

Do you find yourself thinking about a position that creates change and makes a difference? Do you have compassion for animals and are excited about the opportunity to educate others on the importance of preventative medicine? Then this is the position for you!

We are looking for an experienced, reliable, detail-oriented applicant who is compassionate, up-beat and driven to join our amazing team as a Veterinary Assistant. Our clinic is a busy 6 doctor practice, so applicants must enjoy a fast-paced environment. Our staff focuses on client education and preventative medicine. Strong critical thinking skills, initiative, and the ability to anticipate the needs of patients, clients, and the veterinary team are essential to providing exceptional patient care and client service.

We are an AAHA accredited clinic, which practices high quality team-based care while providing exceptional client service. LFPC was opened in 2017 and is locally owned and operated. Our clinic focuses on providing both excellent veterinary care and client service. We focus on team-based care and a strong team culture. We value our employees and believe they are essential to achieving these goals.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Effective client communication and education
• Use of multi-line phone, email, fax, and computer
• Scheduling appointments using practice management software
• Triaging emergency situations
• Taking and filling prescription requests
• Processing payments for services and products
• Obtaining patient histories
• Provide safe and effective handling and restraint
• Phlebotomy
• Collect and prepare diagnostic samples
• Basic Husbandry
• Inventory Check-in
• Clear Communication with doctors and support staff

Requirements:

• At least 1-year vet assistant experience required
• Foster collaborative relationships with other team members
• Be able to work in a professional and positive manner with attention to detail while working in a fast-paced environment and prioritize assignments to complete work in a timely manner.
• Must be an effective communicator among team members and contribute to a harmonious workplace
• Must be able to accurately enter data into computer system and have basic math and money handling skills.
• Must be comfortable working with dogs and cats
• Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 40 pounds unassisted.
• Endure sitting, standing, and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended period

Schedule

• Clinic is open 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday; and 8am to 1pm Saturdays
• Full-Time employees are scheduled for 4 weekdays per week, and 2 Saturdays per month
• Open to part-time schedules or other scheduling requests, but Full-time is preferred

Benefits (Full-Time Employees – 30+ Hours/Week)

• Health Reimbursement Account (employer sponsored $4,620 per year )
• Dependent Care Assistance (employer sponsored $2,160 per year )
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off – 2 weeks+ per year
• Paid Holidays
• Continuing Education Allowance
• Extra PTO to attend CE
• Retirement Plan match
• Staff Discounts
• Incentive Bonuses

Practice Highlights

• No Extended Hours
• Modern Facility with many windows and a team break room
• New Equipment
• Dedicated Dental & Surgical Suites
• Every Other Week Paid Team Meeting

We’re excited to share that Lakeville Family Pet Clinic will be moving into a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility in September 2026! This thoughtfully designed space will enhance our ability to provide high-quality care, support our growing team, and create an even better experience for our clients and patients.