Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Animal Dermatology; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading veterinary dermatology clinic as a Veterinary Assistant! This dynamic role involves providing exceptional care to pets, assisting in medical procedures, and ensuring a welcoming environment for clients. You'll work closely with a dedicated team, contributing to the health and well-being of animals while expanding your skills in a supportive setting. Enjoy a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including paid time off and opportunities for continuing education. If you're passionate about animal care and ready to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401K with employer match

Discounts on services for employee pets

CE opportunities

Uniforms

Monthly bonuses based on sales

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate nursing care to patients.
• Assist in surgeries and perform basic examinations.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Team player

Adaptability to change

Friendly and outgoing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer skills

Telephone skills

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 – Nashville, formerly Nashville Veterinary Dermatology, 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 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:

• Preparing and restraining animals during procedures
• Assisting in surgery
• Applying 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 prescriptions 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:

• 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

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