Veterinary Assistant
Company: Animal Dermatology Group Inc
Location: Portland
Posted on: October 16, 2024
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Job 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 primary practice locations and numerous satellite
locations nationwide. With over 80 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
- Portland is seeking a Veterinary Assistant. 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
pictureKnowledge, Skills and Abilities (including but not limited
to):Previous experience or training/ education in a veterinary
facilityMust 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 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: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:Weekends offPaid vacation (full-time employees
only)Paid holidays (full-time employees only)Competitive
wagesMonthly bonuses based on clinic dietary sales (full-time
employees only)Medical, dental, vision, FSA, short-term disability,
long-term disability & other benefit options (full-time employees
only)Various 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 animaldermatology.com!Compensation details: 18-26 Hourly
WagePIb6fb7ab4da10-25660-35772080
Keywords: Animal Dermatology Group Inc, Salem , Veterinary Assistant, Healthcare , Portland, Oregon
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