Veterinary Assistant Jobs in Minnesota

A Veterinary Assistant plays an integral role in the veterinary industry by providing essential support to Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians. They are responsible for a wide range of tasks including maintaining medical records, cleaning and sanitizing animal cages, providing post-operative care, preparing samples for laboratory examinations, feeding and bathing animals, and assisting during patient examinations. Veterinarian Assistants often communicate with pet owners, so strong interpersonal and communication skills are paramount. Knowledge of animal behavior and medical terminology is also vital.

Before becoming a Veterinary Assistant, a person could have roles such as an Animal Caretaker, Pet Groomer, or Kennel Attendant. These roles provide valuable experience in handling and caring for animals. It's not mandatory, but advantageous to have a certificate or diploma in Veterinary Assistance. These programs usually cover anatomy, animal behavior, and veterinary office practices, and are typically completed in a year or less. A certification like the Approved Veterinary Assistant (AVA) designation is recognized by the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA), and can enhance employment prospects.

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Veterinary Assistant

  • Eagan, MN
  • 17 hours ago
  • Eagan, MN
  • 17 hours ago

Banfield Pet Hospital in Eagan needs Veterinary Assistants!...

Pet Care Assistant

  • Minnetonka, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Minnetonka, MN
  • 1 day ago

Summary of Job Purpose and Function The Pet Care Assistant works with the veterinary medical team to provide and prepare for the best medical care of pets, and to ensure this is provided in a...

Veterinary Assistant

  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for a passionate Veterinary Assistant to join our AMAZING team! We have 8 DVMs on staff and are continuing to grow!...

Veterinary Assistant - Training Provided

  • Eden Prairie, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Eden Prairie, MN
  • 1 day ago

Our Veterinary Clinic Assistants help bring our Vet Clinics to life by interacting with Pet Parents as well as supporting the Veterinarians. The role includes safely retraining animals, dispensing...

Veterinary Assistant - 005107

  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 3 days ago

Veterinary Assistant Careers at Banfield Pet Hospital For those who want to put their love of pets into action, there are few jobs more rewarding than that of Vet Assistant....

Veterinary Clinic Assistant

  • Eden Prairie, MN
  • 4 days ago
  • Eden Prairie, MN
  • 4 days ago

Our Veterinary Clinic Assistants help bring our Vet Clinics to life by interacting with Pet Parents as well as supporting the Veterinarians. The role includes safely retraining animals, dispensing...

Pet Care Assistant

  • Plymouth, MN
  • 7 days ago
  • Plymouth, MN
  • 7 days ago

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

Veterinary Assistant

  • Baxter, MN
  • 7 days ago
  • Baxter, MN
  • 7 days ago

If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!...

Veterinary Assistant - 5327

  • Burnsville, MN
  • 8 days ago
  • Burnsville, MN
  • 8 days ago

Veterinary Assistant Careers at Banfield Pet Hospital For those who want to put their love of pets into action, there are few jobs more rewarding than that of Vet Assistant....

Veterinary Assistant - 005268

  • Eagan, MN
  • 14 days ago
  • Eagan, MN
  • 14 days ago

You will use your technical skills on a daily basis, within state practice acts and as outlined in the NAVTA guidelines for veterinary assistant skills and duties....

Part-Time Urgent Care Senior Veterinary Assistant (Weekends)

  • Coon Rapids, MN
  • 19 days ago
  • Coon Rapids, MN
  • 19 days ago

Part-Time Urgent Care Senior Veterinary Assistant (Weekends) Department: UrgentVet Hospitals Employment Type: Part Time Location: UrgentVet - Coon Rapids Compensation: $22.00 - $25.00 / hour Description...

Vetco Veterinary Assistant

  • Eagan, MN
  • 21 days ago
  • Eagan, MN
  • 21 days ago

The Veterinary Assistant will assist the Veterinarian so the services can be administered and thank the pet parent for protecting their pet!...

Veterinary Assistant I

  • Saint Cloud, MN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Saint Cloud, MN
  • 30+ days ago

At Companions Animal Hospital, we don't just care for pets -- we invest in our people. We're a two-doctor (soon-to-be three!) AAHA-accredited, tech-forward practice that's passionate about...

Veterinary Assistant

  • Columbia Heights, MN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Columbia Heights, MN
  • 30+ days ago

Provide a high level of accountability Experience/Knowledge in: Handling dogs, cats, and exotic animals Providing basic animal care, such as feeding, bathing, grooming, and monitoring for signs of distress...

Veterinary Assistant - 000460

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 30+ days ago

Veterinary Assistant Careers at Banfield Pet Hospital For those who want to put their love of pets into action, there are few jobs more rewarding than that of Vet Assistant....

Demographic Data for Minnesota

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Salary for Veterinary Assistant Jobs in Minnesota

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireVeterinary research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Veterinary Assistant positions.



Highest Education Level

Veterinary Assistants in Minnesota offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
30.4%
High School or GED
26.1%
Associate's Degree
19.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.5%
Master's Degree
3.4%
Some College
3.4%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
Some High School
1.9%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Veterinary Assistants in Minnesota
Less than 1 year
43.4%
None
35.2%
4-6 years
9.7%
2-4 years
8.8%
1-2 years
2.9%


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