Experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician

About the role

At Animal Dermatology Clinic - Columbia, we believe that great patient care starts with a happy team! We are seeking an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with our Board-Certified Dermatologists and technical team to manage complex cases, provide enhanced quality of life via treatments, and provide a bridge of communication between the doctor and client.
• Energetic individual with a positive demeanor that takes initiative and is committed to the needs of the clinic.
• Punctual, willing to teach others and share ideas, adaptable to change, able to see the big picture, and professional and caring when dealing with patients/clients.
• Demonstrate excellent relations with client/pets in the waiting area and exam rooms
• Exceed the client’s expectations of service
• Caregiver for compassionate nursing care is the top priority for all patients
• Housekeeping/maintenance
• Perform a cursory examination of an animal
• Recognize potential patient issues
• Clearly communicate findings to a doctor
• Record keeping
• Fill prescriptions and dispense medications as prescribed by the doctor

Requirements

• Previous experience or training/education in a veterinary facility
• Must be friendly, outgoing, “people oriented”
• Excellent communication skills
• Capable of being cross-trained for front office receptionist duties, telephone and computer skills are necessary
• Willing to be cross-trained for other tasks
• 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 with procedures, suture cutaneous and subcutaneous tissues, apply bandages and/or splints, wound care
• 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

Team Member Benefits

• Time away from work including no nights or weekends, a robust vacation allowance, paid holidays, sick time/mental health days, Paid Parental Leave, short- and long-term disability coverage options, and leaves of absence.
• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and Health Savings Accounts, as well as wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) plan with 100% match on 3% of pay and 50% match on up to 2% more of pay, flexible spending accounts, retirement readiness tools, advisor support and resources, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Additional benefits for life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, legal counseling, identity theft protection, commuting, and more.
• Company provided scrubs and discounts on services and medications for employee pets.
• Monthly bonus based on clinic’s dietary sales.

About the Company

Animal Dermatology Clinic - Columbia is part of Animal Dermatology Group (ADG), 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 100+ 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 Group is part of Animal Outpatient Specialty Network (AOSN), a United States based, privately-owned, veterinary outpatient specialty company with the world’s largest unified group of veterinary specialists engaged in the specialty of surgery, dermatology, oncology, dentistry, ophthalmology, cardiology and internal medicine. AOSN has become the partner of choice for board-certified veterinary specialists and the provider of choice for pet parents across the United States and Canada, providing unsurpassed care to patients and valuable peace of mind for pet owners.