Relief Registered Veterinary Technician

Animal Dermatology; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician to join their dynamic team. This role involves providing exceptional care to pets with skin conditions, ensuring compassionate nursing, and maintaining strong client relations. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, be adaptable, and have a solid foundation in veterinary practices. With opportunities for continuing education and a supportive environment, this position is perfect for those passionate about animal care and looking to make a difference in the lives of pets and their owners. Join a leader in veterinary dermatology and help shape the future of pet care!

Benefits

Competitive wages

401K with employer match

CE opportunities

Discounts on services for employee pets

Uniforms

Qualifications

• Experience in a veterinary facility is required.
• Must be friendly, outgoing, and people-oriented.
• Ability to perform medical-related skills like phlebotomy.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate nursing care as a top priority.
• Maintain excellent relations with clients and pets.
• Assist in surgery and perform basic examinations.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Team player

Phlebotomy

IV catheter placement

Anesthetic monitoring

Client relations

Adaptability to change

Education

College or college-equivalent education

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 Dermatopathology Clinic - Long Beach is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician 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 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:

• College or college-equivalent education as required in becoming a Registered 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:

• Competitive wages
• 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!