Certified Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Animal Dermatology; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading veterinary dermatology clinic as a Certified Veterinary Technician or experienced Veterinary Assistant! This role is perfect for energetic individuals who thrive in a dynamic environment. You'll be part of a dedicated team providing top-notch care to pets with skin conditions. Your responsibilities will include assisting in surgeries, performing medical procedures, and ensuring excellent client relations. Enjoy a supportive workplace with opportunities for growth and a variety of benefits, including competitive wages, paid time off, and discounts for employee pets. Be a part of a compassionate team that makes a difference in the lives of animals every day!

Benefits

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401K with employer match

Discounts on services for employee pets

CE opportunities

Uniforms

Monthly bonuses based on sales

Qualifications

• Experience in a veterinary facility is required.
• Must be capable of cross-training for front office duties.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate nursing care to all patients.
• Demonstrate excellent relations with clients and pets.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Team player

Friendly and outgoing

Adaptability to change

Education

College or college-equivalent education

Tools

Stethoscope

Otoscope

Job 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 addition 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 - Portland is seeking a Certified Veterinary Technician or experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team. 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
• IV catheter placement
• Preparing and restraining animals during 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 clients/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:

• College or college-equivalent education as required in becoming a Certified Veterinary Technician
• 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:

• A 5/8 work week (Monday through Friday) with the possibility of a 4/10 work week (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

*Some traveling may be required.

Pay range for a Veterinary Assistant: $18 - $25 / hour depending on experience

Pay range for a CVT: $25 - $35 / hour depending on experience