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Animal Outpatient Specialty Network
Certified Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant
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What they do
A Veterinary Assistant assists with animals under veterinary care or in laboratories. Feeds animals, cleans cages, and administers medical treatment under the supervision of a veterinarian or veterinary technician. Works in a veterinary clinic, animal hospital, or laboratory.
$38,612 / year median in New Jersey
+31% projected growth
Job Description
Description 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 - Wayne is seeking a Certified Veterinary Technician or 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 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
Medical Related Skills:
- 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. 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:
- 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.
Benefits:
No weekends Competitive wages 401K with employer match CE opportunities Uniforms Discounts on services and medications for employee pets- Some traveling may be required For more information about Animal Dermatology Clinic, please visit our website animaldermatology.