Registered Veterinary Technician Sign-On Bonus Available! at Animal Dermatology Group

Full-timeDescriptionAnimal 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 50 locations nationwide. With over 90 doctors supporting the ADG medical team they strive to lead in clinical practice research and education in our 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 - Long Beach is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician to join our 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 pictureRequirementsKnowledge Skills and Abilities (including but not limited to):Minimum of three years of experience including intubation/anesthesiaMust be friendly outgoing people orientedExcellent 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 changeMedical Related Skills:PhlebotomyIV catheter placementPreparing 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 clients 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:College or college-equivalent education as required in becoming a Registered Veterinary TechnicianDependable 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:$1000 sign-on bonus!A 5/8 work week (Monday through Friday - no weekends!)Paid vacationPaid holidaysCompetitive wagesMonthly bonuses based on clinic dietary salesMedical dental vision dependent care FSA and short-term disability benefit optionsVarious voluntary benefit offerings including hospital indemnity accident critical illness etc.401K with employer matchCE opportunitiesUniformsDiscounts on services and medications for employee pets*Some traveling may be requiredFor more information about Animal Dermatology Clinic please visit our website !Salary Description$25 - $33 / hour DOE with sign-on bonusRequired Experience:IC Key Skills Veterinary Experience,Animal Care,Communication skills,Veterinary Assistant,Veterinary Technician Experience,Vital Signs Experience,Animal Handling,Animal Restraint,Experience Administering Injections,Catheterization,Medication Administration,Venipuncture Experience Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Hourly Salary Salary: 25 - 33