Veterinary Technician I

Certified/Licensed Veterinary Technician

Airport Animal Hospital in Duluth, MN is accepting applications for a Certified/Licensed Veterinary Technician position.

Airport Animal Hospital is a very busy, growing canine and feline companion animal practice serving the Duluth & Hermantown area of northeastern Minnesota at the head of Lake Superior for over 40 years. Our current team includes 6 DVMs, 2 receptionists, 9 veterinary technicians and assistants, and a hospital administrator. Our support staff works in a collaborative and supportive way to help maximize the effectiveness of our team for the good of our patients, clients, and each other. Our regular hours of operation are 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Monday thru Friday. In July of 2018 we finished a complete remodel and expansion of our veterinary hospital and are enjoying the many wonderful benefits that our new, larger facility offers. We have a very modern and well-equipped hospital including digital radiology, digital dental radiology, ultrasound, and photobiomodulation laser therapy unit.

The primary responsibilities of our veterinary technicians include:

• Working in our hospital lab collecting patient samples and running diagnostic tests
  
• Managing anesthesia cases and otherwise assisting DVMs during hospital and surgical procedures
  
• Providing compassionate and attentive nursing care and treatments to patients
  
• Patient handling for physical exams and treatments
  
• Providing clear and accurate client education and communication.
  

Key attributes needed for success include:

• Dependability, professionalism, a strong work ethic and high personal integrity.
  
• Good communication & interpersonal skills, high emotional intelligence and maturity, and an ability to work collaboratively with coworkers.
  
• A strong desire and commitment to provide high quality and compassionate care to our patients and clients.
  

Graduation from an accredited veterinary technology program or significant experience working as a veterinary technician is required. Applicants with no veterinary technology training will not be considered. Applicants must be able to lift and carry up to forty pounds of weight without assistance safely and effectively.

Wage is commensurate with education & training, work experience, skill level and knowledge base demonstrated; currently $24-25 per hour. Full time employee benefits also include:

• Earned paid time off (PTO)
  
• Sponsored continuing education opportunities
  
• Medical and dental insurance contributions
  
• 401k w/ employer match
  
• Discounted personal pet care Please forward your resume and professional references to our hospital administrator at lfrink@aahduluth.com or call 218-727-0128 for more information. Thank you!