Job Details: Job Location: 1160 Helmo Ave N - Oakdale, MN, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $17.55 - $21.45Hourly, Job Shift: Day, Specialty Technician Assistant – Dentistry  Love dentistry? Love patient care? Come help us create healthier smiles—one pet at a time.  At Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota (AERC), our Dentistry team does far more than clean teeth. We treat oral pain, repair fractured teeth, diagnose oral disease, and perform advanced dental and maxillofacial procedures that dramatically improve our patients' quality of life.  We're looking for a Specialty Technician Assistant to join our Dentistry Service and help support our doctors, technicians, patients, and clients every day.  This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on patient care, thrives in a collaborative environment, and wants to grow their skills in specialty veterinary medicine.  What You'll Do  As a Specialty Technician Assistant, you'll work alongside our board-certified dentists,  veterinary technicians, and assistants to help every patient receive exceptional care.  Responsibilities include:  Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians with patient restraint, treatments, diagnostics, and procedures  Prepare patients and treatment areas for dental procedures  Monitor patient comfort and communicate concerns to the medical team  Communicate with clients by phone, email, text, and in person  Assist with patient admissions, discharges, and follow-up care  Maintain accurate medical records and documentation  Prepare prescriptions and support pharmacy workflows within hospital policy  Stock supplies, monitor inventory, and assist with equipment cleaning and routine maintenance  Keep treatment areas clean, organized, and ready for the next patient  No two days are exactly alike—and that's one of the best parts.  While you'll primarily support our Dentistry Service, AERC is a collaborative hospital.  Our team members are expected to:  Assist other hospital departments when operational needs require  Participate in after-hours support through an on-call rotation or by assisting our Emergency & Critical Care team on weekends, holidays, or other high-volume periods  Pitch in wherever needed to help provide outstanding patient care    Qualifications: What We're Looking For  You'll be a great fit if you are:  Passionate about patient care and animal welfare  Organized and detail-oriented  Calm under pressure  A strong communicator  A collaborative teammate who enjoys helping others succeed  Eager to learn and grow in specialty medicine  Preferred Qualifications  Veterinary Assistant experience  Veterinary hospital experience  Dentistry experience is a bonus—but not required  Fear Free or RECOVER CPR certification is a plus  Why Dentistry?  Veterinary dentistry is one of the fastest-growing specialties in veterinary medicine. Every day you'll learn something new while working with advanced imaging, anesthesia, oral surgery, and a team dedicated to improving patients' comfort and quality of life.  Why AERC?  We're Minnesota's only locally owned emergency and specialty veterinary hospital, serving pets and their families for more than 40 years.  We offer:  A collaborative, supportive culture  Mentorship and professional growth opportunities  Exposure to advanced specialty medicine  Continuing education opportunities  A team that genuinely enjoys working together  Ready to Grow With Us?  Whether you're an experienced veterinary assistant or looking to expand your skills into specialty medicine, we'd love to meet you.  Come help us give pets healthier mouths—and happier lives. Apply today!