Registered Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Animal Dermatology Group•Charlotte, NC

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Do you have veterinary technician experience and an interest in specialty medicine and dermatology? At Animal Dermatology Clinic - Charlotte, we believe that great patient care starts with a happy team! We are seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician or experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team. In this position, you aren’t just “helping out” - you are a vital part of the medical process. You will work closely with our Board-Certified Dermatologists and technical team to manage complex cases, provide enhanced quality of life via treatments, and provide a bridge of communication between the doctor and client. You are an energetic individual with a positive demeanor that takes initiative and is committed to the needs of the clinic. You are punctual, willing to teach others and share ideas, adaptable to change, able to see the big picture, and professional and caring when dealing with patients/clients.

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 (RVT applicants)
IV catheter placement (RVT applicants)
Preparing and restraining animals during procedures
Anesthetic induction (RVT applicants)
Anesthetic monitoring
Assisting with procedures
Suture cutaneous and subcutaneous tissues (RVT 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

Nice To Haves

Interest in specialty medicine and dermatology
Energetic individual with a positive demeanor
Takes initiative and is committed to the needs of the clinic
Punctual
Willing to teach others and share ideas
Adaptable to change
Able to see the big picture
Professional and caring when dealing with patients/clients

Responsibilities

Manage complex cases
Provide enhanced quality of life via treatments
Provide a bridge of communication between the doctor and client
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
Perform a cursory examination of an animal
Recognize potential patient issues
Clearly communicate your findings to a doctor
Record keeping
Fill prescription and dispense medications as prescribed by the doctor

Benefits

Competitive wage
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