Registered Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Animal Outpatient Specialty Network•Charlotte, NC

4h•Onsite

About The Position

At Animal Dermatology Clinic - Charlotte, we are seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician or experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team. In this position, you will be a vital part of the medical process, working closely with Board-Certified Dermatologists and the technical team to manage complex cases, provide enhanced quality of life via treatments, and serve as a communication bridge between the doctor and client. The ideal candidate is energetic, has a positive demeanor, takes initiative, and is committed to the clinic's needs. Punctuality, willingness to teach and share ideas, adaptability to change, the ability to see the big picture, and professionalism and care when dealing with patients and clients are essential.

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

Specialty in Dermatology
Interest in specialty medicine and dermatology

Responsibilities

Manage complex cases
Provide enhanced quality of life via treatments
Serve as 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
Provide compassionate nursing care for all patients
Perform housekeeping/ maintenance
Perform a cursory examination of an animal
Recognize potential patient issues
Clearly communicate findings to a doctor
Record keeping
Fill prescriptions and dispense medications as prescribed by the doctor
Phlebotomy (RVT applicants)
IV catheter placement (RVT applicants)
Prepare and restrain animals during procedures
Anesthetic induction (RVT applicants)
Anesthetic monitoring
Assist with procedures
Suture cutaneous and subcutaneous tissues (RVT applicants)
Apply bandages and/or splints
Wound care
Use a stethoscope and otoscope
Advise pet owners on proper care

Benefits

Consistent Monday to Friday workweek
No nights, weekends, on-call duties, or holiday shifts
State-of-the-Art Facility
Collaborative Team Environment
Competitive Compensation
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
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