Experienced Veterinary Assistant - Heritage Pet Hospital

Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Heritage Pet Hospital | Rochester, MN

$18–$27/hour + Sign-On Bonus up to $750, Based on Experience

Minimum of 1 year of small animal clinical experience required.

Love veterinary medicine? Ready to grow with an exceptional team?

Heritage Pet Hospital is looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant who loves learning, takes initiative, and thrives in a busy, collaborative environment. If you're passionate about patient care, enjoy developing your medical skills, and value a supportive team, we'd love to meet you!

What You'll Do

You'll work alongside our seven veterinarians and veterinary technicians to support high-quality patient care. Responsibilities include:

Assisting with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and laboratory procedures

Obtaining patient histories and gathering medical information

Monitoring hospitalized and surgical patients

Administering medications and treatments as directed

Safely restraining and comforting patients

Providing client education and support

Supporting treatment, surgery, and hospitalization workflows

Maintaining a clean, organized medical environment

Jumping in wherever needed to support the team

Why Heritage?

Heritage Pet Hospital has been voted Best of the Best year after year. We're proud of our collaborative culture, diverse caseload, and commitment to teamwork, continued learning, and exceptional patient care.

We're also preparing to move into our brand-new, state-of-the-art 6,000 sq. ft. facility , featuring expanded treatment areas, modern equipment, and improved workflows.

We're looking for someone who is dependable, detail-oriented, adaptable, eager to learn, and committed to supporting both pets and the people who love them. Experience matters, but attitude and teamwork matter just as much!

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: $18–$27 per hour, based on experience
• Sign-on bonus: Up to $750, based on experience

Benefits include:

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Generous employee pet discount

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

HSA with employer contribution

401(k) with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Employer-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability

Voluntary life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and long-term care coverage

Performance-based bonus opportunities

Schedule & Growth

Full-time, 40 hours per week

Various shift options available

Rotating Saturdays

Opportunities for growth as our hospital expands

Ready to Join Us?

Come grow with a team that values your skills, supports your development, and is committed to exceptional veterinary care.

Apply today by emailing Deb at [email protected] .

Learn more at heritagepetvet.com .

Compensation Range

$18 — $27 USD