Certified Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant

ANIMAL DERMATOLOGY GROUP, INC; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day work week

No weekends

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Medical benefits

401K with employer match

CE opportunities

Uniforms

Employee pet discount

Job summary

Animal Dermatology Clinic in Allentown is seeking a Certified Veterinary Technician or experienced Veterinary Assistant to join a dermatology-focused team. The role emphasizes patient care, teaching, and cross-training for front desk duties.

We offer a 4-day work week for full-time staff, no weekends, and a predictable evening shift once weekly. Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities in a specialty practice await the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a veterinary facility preferred.
• Friendly, outgoing, people-oriented attitude required.
• Willingness to cross-train for front office receptionist duties and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate nursing care and assist veterinarians.
• Assist with procedures including allergy testing and surgeries as needed.
• Maintain client/patient relations in waiting and exam areas and communicate findings to doctors.

Skills

Phlebotomy

IV catheter placement

Patient handling

Anesthetic monitoring

Suture and wound care

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Front office duties

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician education

Job description

Do you have veterinary technician experience and an interest in specialty medicine and dermatology? At Pet Allergy & Dermatology Specialists/Animal Dermatology Clinic - Allentown, we believe that great patient care starts with a happy team! We are seeking a Certified Veterinary Technician or experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team.

Why Join Our Team?

• Positive Culture: Join a growing, family-oriented atmosphere where we treat each other with respect and focus on collaborative patient care.
• True Work-Life Balance: Our full-time staff works a 4-day work week.
• No Weekends and a Predictable Schedule: Only one possible evening shift per week. Keep your Saturdays and Sundays free for family, friends, and fun.
• Specialized Focus: Dive deep into the rewarding world of dermatology and allergy, focusing on long‑term client education and life‑changing results for pets.

We Are Looking For Someone With The Following Qualities

• Energetic
• Positive
• Upbeat personality
• Takes initiative
• Team-oriented
• 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

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
• IV catheter placement
• Patient handling, preparation for procedures
• Anesthetic induction
• 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
• Assist with procedures including intradermal allergy testing, video-otoscopy ear flushes, CO2 laser surgeries, etc.

Education And Physical Requirements

• College or college‑equivalent education as required in becoming a Registered Veterinary Technician
• Experience in a veterinary hospital/clinic is required
• 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

• 4-day (4/10) work week, no weekends (full‑time employees only)
• 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

For more information about Animal Dermatology Clinic, please visit our website animaldermatology.com!

Salary Description

$21 - $26/hour depending on experience