Licensed Veterinary Technician

Job Type Full-time 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 additional 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 - Las Vegas Is Seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician To Join Their Growing Team. We Are Looking For Someone With The Following Qualities EnergeticPositiveUpbeat personalityTakes initiativeCommitment to the needs of the clinicPunctualWillingness to teach others and share ideasOpenness to diversityAdaptability to changeAccountableAble to see big picture Requirements Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (including but not limited to): Previous experience or training/ education in a veterinary facilityMust be friendly, outgoing, “people oriented”Excellent communication skillsMust be capable of being cross-trained for front office receptionist duties, telephone and computer skills are necessaryMust be a team player willing to learn new techniques, treatments, and accept change Medical Related Skills: Preparing and restraining animals during proceduresAnesthetic inductionAnesthetic monitoringAssisting in surgerySuture cutaneous and subcutaneous tissuesApply bandages and/or splintsWound careAbility to use a stethoscope and otoscopeAdvising pet owners on proper care, etc. Duties (including but not limited to): Demonstrate excellent relations with client/ pets in the waiting area and exam roomsExceed the client’s expectations of serviceCompassionate nursing care is the top priority for all patientsHousekeeping/ maintenanceAbility to perform a cursory examination of an animalAbility to recognize potential patient issuesClearly communicate your findings to a doctorRecord keepingFill prescription and dispense medications as prescribed by the doctor, etc. Education and Physical Requirements: Veterinary experience is requiredDependable attendance is requiredMust be able to lift 40 poundsMust be willing to work long or irregular hours under pressure conditionsThe ability to walk, bend, stand, squat, or reach constantly during a minimum 8-hour day. Benefits Weekends and major holidays off!Paid vacationPaid holidaysCompetitive wagesMonthly bonuses based on clinic dietary salesMedical, dental, vision, FSA, short-term disability, long-term disability & other benefit optionsVarious voluntary benefit offerings, including hospital indemnity, accident, critical illness, etc.401K with employer matchCE opportunitiesUniformsDiscounts on services and medications for employee petsSome traveling may be required For more information about Animal Dermatology Clinic, please visit our website animaldermatology.com! Salary Description $27 - $32 / hour depending on experience