Emergency Veterinary Technician
Lakefield Veterinary Group
Emergency Veterinary Technician
Lakefield Veterinary Group
Family-owned vet hospital acquisition preserving legacy
South Metro Animal Emergency Care | Apple Valley, MN
$27–$35/hour, based on experience
+$6/hour overnight differential (8 PM–8 AM)
+$2/hour weekend differential
Sign-on bonus up to $2,500
PTO, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life and AD&D insurance, EAP, supplemental insurance options, and eligibility for performance-based bonuses
South Metro Animal Emergency Care is a growing, 24/7, AAHA-accredited emergency hospital looking for credentialed veterinary technicians who want to practice at the top of their license.
Our technicians are valued medical professionals with a real voice in patient care, treatment decisions, and hospital flow. You'll work directly with DVMs in a collaborative, technician-forward environment with strong staffing support—typically 2 CVT/LVTs and 2 veterinary assistants per doctor.
Our cases include toxins, foreign bodies, urinary obstructions, respiratory emergencies, trauma, surgical emergencies, and hospitalized or critical patients.
Your responsibilities may include:
Performing initial triage and collaborating directly with DVMs
Reviewing treatment plans with clients and answering questions with empathy and confidence
Placing IV catheters, NG tubes, central lines, and PICC lines
Applying splints and bandages
Running and monitoring anesthesia for surgical procedures
Performing and overseeing treatments for hospitalized patients
Monitoring and advocating for patients throughout their stay
Mentoring teammates and supporting a collaborative team
Technician-forward culture that values your knowledge and experience
Strong technician-to-doctor ratios and meaningful autonomy
Hands-on emergency medicine experience and opportunities to expand your skills
Supportive leadership and teammates who help one another
8-, 10-, or 12-hour shifts with swing and overnight options
Whether you're an experienced emergency technician or a strong GP technician ready to transition into emergency medicine, we'll support your growth.
Respect • Wow Service • Learning • Fun • Communication • Doing the Right Thing
For more information about our hospital, visit smaec.com
To apply, contact Christine Strassburg at [email protected] or apply at careers.lakefieldvet.com
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Compensation Range 27 - 35 USD
Family-owned vet hospital acquisition preserving legacy
Lakefield Veterinary Group acquires and preserves independent veterinary practices, helping veterinarians sell their practice while maintaining local autonomy and community legacy. It functions as a family-owned veterinary hospital acquisition partner that tailors each deal to preserve what makes a practice special and aligns with the needs of both clients and pets. The company differentiates itself by valuing legacy, community, and individualized client care, working with practices that share these values rather than pursuing a one-size-fits-all model. The goal is to support veterinarians who want to sell or join the Lakefield network while maintaining the practice’s local identity and standards.
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