Certified Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Animal Dermatology Group • Brookfield, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At Great Lakes Veterinary Dermatology, we believe that great patient care starts with a happy team! We are seeking a Certified Veterinary Technician or experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team. We are a growing, family-oriented atmosphere where we treat each other with respect and focus on collaborative patient care. This role offers a specialized focus in the rewarding world of dermatology and allergy, focusing on long-term client education and life-changing results for pets. We offer true work-life balance with no nights or weekends.

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
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 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
• 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

• Preparing and restraining animals during procedures
• Assisting in surgery
• Wound care
• Advising pet owners on proper care
• 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
• Fill prescription and dispense medications as prescribed by the doctor

Benefits

• No nights or weekends
• Robust vacation allowance
• Paid holidays
• Sick time/mental health days
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short- and long-term disability coverage options
• Leaves of absence
• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and Health Savings Accounts
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• 401(k) plan with 100% match on 3% of pay and 50% match on up to 2% more of pay
• Flexible spending accounts
• Retirement readiness tools, advisor support and resources, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through certification programs and CE opportunities
• Life insurance
• Supplemental health protection plans
• Legal counseling
• Identity theft protection
• Commuting benefits
• Company provided scrubs
• Discounts on services and medications for employee pets
• Monthly bonus based on clinic’s dietary sales

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED