What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant/Registered Veterinary Technician position at Animal Outpatient Specialty Network?
Description
Animal Dermatology Group (ADG) is the largest veterinary dermatology business in the U.S., providing the highest quality of specialty care to pets with acute and chronic skin conditions. ADG has over 40 locations nationwide. With over 90 doctors supporting the ADG medical team, the organization strives to lead in clinical practice, research, and education in the field.
In addition to providing advanced dermatology specialized care to patients and supporting general practice veterinarians in geographic service areas, ADG participates in drug/product development and clinical trials.
ADG also has the largest dermatology residency program approved by the American College of Veterinary Dermatology to support the training of the next generation of dermatologists.
Animal Dermatology Clinic - Rocklin is seeking a Veterinary Assistant/ Registered Veterinary Technician to join our team. We are looking for someone with the following qualities:
- Energetic
- Positive
- Upbeat personality
- Takes initiative
- Commitment to the needs of the clinic
- Punctual
- Willingness to teach others and share ideas
- Openness to diversity
- Adaptability to change
- Accountable
- Able to see big picture
Requirements
The Veterinary Assistant/ Registered Veterinary Technician assists technicians and other clinic staff by care and cleaning of patients and facilities, including assisting in patient treatments, preparing antigens, assisting with surgical preparation/clean up and all other animal care functions as well as other tasks involved in the operations of a veterinary clinic.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Previous experience or training/education in a veterinary facility
- Must be friendly, outgoing, and people-oriented
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Professionalism and strong patient care focus
- Capable of being cross-trained for front office receptionist duties
- Telephone and computer skills required
- Team player willing to learn new techniques, treatments, and accept change
Medical Related Skills
- Preparing and restraining animals during procedures
- Assisting in surgery
- Applying bandages and/or splints
Duties (including but not limited to)
- Demonstrate excellent relations with clients and pets in waiting and exam rooms
- Exceed client expectations of service
- Provide compassionate nursing care (top priority for all patients)
- Housekeeping and maintenance
- Perform cursory examinations of animals
- Recognize potential patient issues
- Clearly communicate findings to a doctor
- Record keeping
- Fill prescriptions and dispense medications as prescribed
Education and Physical Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years of veterinary experience required
- Veterinary dermatology experience preferred
- Dependable attendance required
- Ability to lift 40 pounds
- Ability to walk, bend, stand, squat, or reach constantly during a minimum 8-hour day
Benefits:
- No weekends or holidays
- Paid vacation
- Paid holidays
- Competitive wages
- Monthly bonuses based on clinic dietary sales
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Dependent care FSA and short-term disability options
- Voluntary benefits (hospital indemnity, accident, critical illness, etc.)
- 401(k) with employer match
- Continuing education (CE) opportunities
- Uniforms provided
- Employee pet discounts on services and medications*Some traveling may be required
For more information about Animal Dermatology Clinic, please visit our website animaldermatology.com!
Salary : $22 - $30