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Part-Time Certified Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant

ANIMAL DERMATOLOGY GROUP, INC · Tinton Falls, NJ · 4 days ago
Healthcare$23–$27/hrPart-time

Job Type

Part-time

About the role

We believe that great patient care starts with a happy team! We are seeking a Certified Veterinary Technician or experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team on a part-time basis (10 - 20 hours/week).

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.
  • Be an energetic individual with a positive demeanor that takes initiative and is committed to the needs of the clinic.
  • Be 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.
  • Show compassionate nursing care is the top priority for all patients.
  • Perform housekeeping/maintenance tasks.
  • Perform a cursory examination of an animal.
  • Recognize potential patient issues.
  • Clearly communicate your findings to a doctor.
  • Record keeping.
  • Fill prescription and dispense medications as prescribed by the doctor, etc.

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.
  • Able 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.
  • Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (including but not limited to):
    • Phlebotomy (CVT applicants)
    • IV catheter placement (CVT applicants)
    • Preparing and restraining animals during procedures
    • Anesthetic induction (CVT applicants)
    • Anesthetic monitoring
    • Assisting with procedures
    • Suture cutaneous and subcutaneous tissues (CVT applicants)
    • Apply bandages and/or splints
    • Wound care
    • Ability to use a stethoscope and otoscope
    • Advising pet owners on proper care, etc.

Education and Physical Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Dependable attendance is required.
  • Able to lift 40 pounds.

Team Member Benefits

  • Time away from work including no nights or weekends, sick time/mental health days, Paid Parental Leave, and leaves of absence.
  • 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, retirement readiness tools, advisor support and resources, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling.
  • Education support through certification programs and CE opportunities.
  • Company provided scrubs and discounts on services and medications for employee pets.

About the Company

Animal Dermatology Clinic - Tinton Falls 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.

Salary Description

$23 - $27 / hour depending on experience

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