Full Time Large Animal Veterinary Assistant Jobs in Rochester, MN

Veterinary Assistant
For the Person Who Loves Medicine, Loves Pets, and Wants to Be Part of Something Exceptional
Heritage Pet Hospital | Rochester, MN
Brand-New 6,000 Sq. Ft. Hospital Opening Soon
Not everyone is cut out to be a Veterinary Assistant.
This job is for the person who gets excited about learning new medical skills. The person who notices the little things. The person who can comfort a nervous puppy, help monitor a recovering patient, clean up a mess without being asked, and then jump right into the next task with a smile.
It's for someone who wants to be busy, wants to learn, and wants to make a difference every single day.
If you love medicine, love animals, and find purpose in helping both pets and the people who love them, keep reading.
Why Heritage?
Heritage Pet Hospital has been voted Best of the Best year after year, but what we're most proud of is our team.
We are a collaborative group of veterinary professionals who genuinely enjoy working together. We support each other, celebrate wins together, and step in when someone needs help. Drama doesn't belong here. Teamwork does.
Our hospital currently has seven veterinarians, a diverse caseload, and a culture built around learning, growth, respect, and exceptional patient care.
We're also preparing to move into our beautiful new state-of-the-art facility, giving our team access to expanded treatment areas, improved workflow, advanced equipment, and an environment designed for high-quality medicine.
What You'll Get To Do
No two days look exactly the same.
One moment you may be helping obtain a medical history from a client. The next, you're assisting with diagnostics, monitoring a hospitalized patient, helping prepare for surgery, comforting a scared pet, or supporting the veterinary team during a busy treatment day.
You'll be an important part of the medical team and play a direct role in helping pets heal, recover, and live healthier lives.
A typical day may include:
Assisting veterinarians and technicians with patient care
Obtaining patient histories and gathering medical information
Helping with diagnostics, treatments, and laboratory procedures
Monitoring hospitalized and surgical patients
Administering medications and treatments as directed
Providing client education and support
Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe medical environment
Restraining and comforting patients during exams and procedures
Supporting treatment, surgery, and hospitalization workflows
Being a reliable teammate who jumps in wherever help is needed
The Kind of Person We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who:
• Loves veterinary medicine and wants to keep learning
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys staying busy
• Notices details that others miss
• Takes initiative instead of waiting to be told what to do
• Can adapt when priorities change throughout the day
• Stays positive under pressure
• Works well with all kinds of personalities
• Leaves the drama at the door
• Finds joy in helping both pets and people
• Wants to be part of a team, not just collect a paycheck
Experience is valuable, but attitude matters just as much.
If you're dependable, motivated, eager to learn, and committed to providing exceptional care, we'd love to meet you.
What We Offer
Compensation
$18-$27 per hour
(Based on experience)
Benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Generous Employee Pet Discount
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• HSA with Employer Contribution
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Employer-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Long-Term Care Coverage
• Performance-Based Bonus Opportunities
Schedule
• Full-Time
• 40 Hours Per Week
• Various Shift Options Available
• Rotating Saturdays
• Opportunities to grow as our hospital continues to expand
Sound Like You?
If you love medicine, enjoy being part of a hardworking team, and want to help shape the future of an already thriving veterinary hospital, we'd love to hear from you.
Come grow with us. Learn with us. Make a difference with us.
Apply today by emailing Deb at
debra.bahr@heritagepetvet.com
For more information about Heritage Pet Hospital, visit: heritagepetvet.com
Compensation Range
$18-$27 USD