Certified Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant

AOSN Dermatology•Allentown, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Pet Allergy & Dermatology Specialists/Animal Dermatology Clinic - Allentown, we are seeking a Certified Veterinary Technician or experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team. We offer a positive, family-oriented atmosphere with a focus on collaborative patient care and a true work-life balance. Our full-time staff enjoys a 4-day work week with no weekends and only one possible evening shift per week. This role offers the opportunity to specialize in dermatology and allergy, focusing on long-term client education and providing life-changing results for pets.

Requirements

Previous experience or training/ education in a veterinary facility
Must be friendly, outgoing, “people oriented”
Excellent communication skills
Must be capable of being cross-trained for front office receptionist duties, telephone and computer skills are necessary
Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques, treatments, and accept change
Phlebotomy
IV catheter placement
Patient handling, preparation for procedures
Anesthetic induction
Anesthetic monitoring
Assisting in surgery
Suture cutaneous and subcutaneous tissues
Apply bandages and/or splints
Wound care
Ability to use a stethoscope and otoscope
Advising pet owners on proper care, etc.
College or college-equivalent education as required in becoming a Registered Veterinary Technician
Experience in a veterinary hospital/clinic is required
Dependable attendance is required
Must be able to lift 40 pounds
Must be willing to work long or irregular hours under pressure conditions
The ability to walk, bend, stand, squat, or reach constantly during a minimum 8-hour day.

Nice To Haves

Energetic
Positive
Upbeat personality
Takes initiative
Team-oriented
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

Responsibilities

Demonstrate excellent relations with client/ pets in the waiting area and exam rooms
Exceed the client’s expectations of service
Compassionate nursing care is the top priority for all patients
Housekeeping/ maintenance
Ability to perform a cursory examination of an animal
Ability to recognize potential patient issues
Clearly communicate your findings to a doctor
Record keeping
Assist with procedures including intradermal allergy testing, video-otoscopy ear flushes, CO2 laser surgeries, etc.

Benefits

4-day (4/10) work week, no weekends (full-time employees only)
Paid vacation (full-time employees only)
Paid holidays (full-time employees only)
Competitive wages
Monthly bonuses based on clinic dietary sales (full-time employees only)
Medical, dental, vision, dependent care FSA, and short-term disability benefit options (full-time employees only)
Various voluntary benefit offerings, including hospital indemnity, accident, critical illness, etc.
401K with employer match
CE opportunities
Uniforms
Discounts on services and medications for employee pets