Veterinary Assistant Internship Jobs in Minnesota

Description of Position 

Contributes to the health and well-being of patients by delivering outstanding, high-quality veterinary technical services that meet the standards of the MVMA and MAVT as well as VMC standards and protocols.  Competently assists LA Clinicians and other medical staff members with veterinary medical procedures, which may include (but are not limited to) medical treatments, triage, radiology, surgery and therio prep, anesthesiology, emergency care, laboratory procedures, radiography, IV injections, vaccinations, bandaging, filling prescriptions, animal restraint and handling, etc., within assigned service area as well across functions as needed.

Essential Functions

• Assists clients and patients with admissions/discharges, assessment, work-up, etc.; prepares large animal patients for a variety of veterinary medical procedures including radiographic, surgery, and therio prep, catheterizations, venipunctures, vaccinations, foal and colic team assistance, administration of medications and treatments, preparation of pharmaceuticals,etc.  
• Must be able to restrain and handle large animals and/or assist with large animal restraint and handling. 
• Employees in a CVT training program can perform invasive procedures under the direction of a DVM or CVT.  May be entrusted to work independently depending on training and demonstrated skill level. 
• Perform prescribed treatments on hospitalized patients which may include but not be limited to: vaccinations, IV/IM/SQ injections, obtain fluid or tissue samples, perform biopsy techniques, administer medications, bandaging, triage of medical care, etc.
• Applies clinical job knowledge and competence to the management of the patient.
• Maintains isolation and biosecurity protocols. 
• Barn upkeep and some maintenance.
• Delivers outstanding customer service  including (for example) greeting and receiving patients and clients in a caring and courteous manner,  answering phone calls promptly, responding to clients, co-workers, and medical staff needs and requests, redirecting calls, etc. Answers questions and explains or demonstrates procedures and equipment for clients, interns, senior veterinary students, and technician students. 
• Performs record-keeping tasks related to medical procedures, including recording of: procedures completed, supplies used, patient status, client communications, census information, process electronic lab and imaging requests, etc.  
• Responsible to ensure that all services and supplies are charged for according to hospital fee schedule.
• Maintains a clean environment in hospital area and ensures that these areas are adequately ordered, stocked and that equipment is in working order.  
• Assists in other LA service areas; develops skills that are cross functional and uses time efficiently. 
• Must have the ability to work in a clinical setting. Must be able to work on call 
• Provides coverage for holidays; at minimum, 2 working holiday shifts and 1 on call holiday per year. 
• Must be able to jog and lunge horses. 

Other Functions

• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor, Clinician, or Clinical Manager.  
   

All required qualifications must be documented on application materials.

Minimum Qualifications 

• One year of post high school experience or education in veterinary assisting which includes: animal restraint, veterinary terminology, veterinary anatomy, patient first aid, and medication administration

Preferred Qualifications/Selection Criteria

• Four years of horse handling and safety experience.  
• Graduate of veterinary technician program.  
• Certified veterinary technician with certification recognized in Minnesota. 
• Problem solving skills
• strong interpersonal skills
• knowledge of veterinary medicine terminology
• knowledge of proper restraint and comfort handling large animals
• Flexibility to meet patient care needs
• Proficient with PC and software

Pay Range: $23.17 - $27.30/hr; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services 
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost