Veterinary Assistant
You will work closely with our Board-Certified Dermatologists and technical team to manage complex dermatology cases, provide enhanced quality of life via treatments, and serve as a bridge of communication between the doctor and client. This role is vital to the medical process, requiring initiative, adaptability, and professionalism in patient and client interactions.
Why join us?
- Specialize in Dermatology: Work alongside renowned veterinarians and specialists, expanding your expertise in a niche field.
- Work-Life Balance: Consistent Monday to Friday schedule with no nights, weekends, on-call duties, or holiday shifts.
- State-of-the-Art Facility: Clinic equipped with the latest technology and tools for exceptional patient care.
- Collaborative Team Environment: Join a team of passionate professionals committed to the highest standard of care.
- Competitive Compensation: Competitive wage, benefits package, and opportunities for professional development and growth.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrate excellent relations with clients and pets in waiting areas and exam rooms.
- Exceed client expectations of service with compassionate nursing care as the top priority.
- Perform housekeeping and maintenance duties.
- Conduct cursory examinations of animals and recognize potential patient issues.
- Clearly communicate findings to doctors.
- Maintain accurate record keeping.
- Fill prescriptions and dispense medications as prescribed by the doctor.
- Prepare and restrain animals during procedures.
- Assist with procedures, apply bandages/splints, and provide wound care.
- Use a stethoscope and otoscope, and advise pet owners on proper care.
- Be cross-trained for front office receptionist duties, including telephone and computer skills.
Requirements
- Previous experience or training/education in a veterinary facility.
- Friendly, outgoing, and “people-oriented” with excellent communication skills.
- Team player willing to learn new techniques, treatments, and accept change.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Dependable attendance and ability to lift 40 pounds.
- Ability to walk, bend, stand, squat, or reach constantly during a minimum 8-hour day.
- Willingness to work long or irregular hours under pressure conditions.
Benefits
- Time away from work: Robust vacation allowance, paid holidays, sick time/mental health days, paid parental leave, short- and long-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
- Comprehensive benefits: Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and Health Savings Accounts, plus wellbeing support (free counseling and referral services).
- Savings and retirement: 401(k) plan with 100% match on 3% of pay and 50% match on up to 2% more, flexible spending accounts, retirement readiness tools, and financial wellbeing counseling.
- Education support: Certification programs and continuing education (CE) opportunities.
- Additional benefits: Life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, legal counseling, identity theft protection, commuting support, and more.
- Company-provided scrubs and discounts on services and medications for employee pets.
- Monthly bonus based on clinic’s dietary sales.
Pay
$21 - $25 per hour, depending on experience.
About the company
Animal Dermatology Clinic - Long Beach is part of Animal Dermatology Group (ADG), the largest veterinary dermatology business in the U.S., providing specialty care for pets with acute and chronic skin conditions. ADG operates over 40 locations nationwide and leads in clinical practice, research, and education. The company participates in drug/product development, clinical trials, and has the largest dermatology residency program approved by the American College of Veterinary Dermatology. ADG is part of Animal Outpatient Specialty Network (AOSN), a privately-owned veterinary specialty company offering services in surgery, dermatology, oncology, dentistry, ophthalmology, cardiology, and internal medicine.