Licensed Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Animal Outpatient Specialty Network•University Place, WA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

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 80 doctors supporting the ADG medical team, they strive to lead in clinical practice, research and education in our field. In additional to providing advanced, dermatology specialized care to patients and supporting general practice veterinarians in our 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 – Tacoma is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician or experienced Veterinary Assistant. 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

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 (LVT applicants)
IV catheter placement (LVT applicants)
Preparing and restraining animals during procedures
Anesthetic induction (LVT applicants)
Anesthetic monitoring
Assisting with procedures
Suture cutaneous and subcutaneous tissues (LVT applicants)
Apply bandages and/or splints
Wound care
Ability to use a stethoscope and otoscope
Advising pet owners on proper care, etc.
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.

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
Fill prescription and dispense medications as prescribed by the doctor, etc.

Benefits

No weekends
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
Some traveling may be required