Experienced Veterinary Assistant/Veterinary Technician
Description Love veterinary medicine, but need reasonable hours and meaningful client interactions? We have that! Want to focus on patient care and the client experience but not at a frantic pace? We have that too! Want to leave work on time and have your weekends free? Done! Looking to work with a small, supportive group of highly valued professionals? You’ll fit right in! 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 90 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 - Estero is seeking an 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 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (including but not limited to): • Previous experience or training/ education in a veterinary facility • Must be friendly, outgoing, “people oriented” • Excellent communication and customer service skills. We believe in professionalism and great patient care. • 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 Medical Related Skills: • Phlebotomy • Preparing and restraining animals during procedures • 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. Duties (including but not limited to): • 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. Education and Physical Requirements: • 2 years of veterinary experience required • Veterinary dermatology experience is preferred • 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. Benefits: • No weekends • Paid vacation • Paid holidays • Competitive wages • Monthly bonuses based on clinic dietary sales • Medical, dental, vision, dependent care FSA, and short-term disability benefit options • 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 For more information about Animal Dermatology Clinic, please visit our website animaldermatology.com! Apply tot his job