Animal Outpatient Specialty Network (AOSN) · 3 months ago
Part-Time Certified Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant
Portland, OR
Full-time, Part-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid LevelAnimal Dermatology Group (ADG) is the largest veterinary dermatology business in the U.S., dedicated to providing specialized care for pets with skin conditions. They are seeking a part-time Certified Veterinary Technician or experienced Veterinary Assistant to join their team, focusing on compassionate nursing care and excellent client relations.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Demonstrate excellent relations with client/ pets in the waiting area and exam rooms
Exceed the client’s expectations of service
Compassionate nursing care is the top priority for all patients
Housekeeping/ maintenance
Ability to perform a cursory examination of an animal
Ability to recognize potential patient issues
Clearly communicate your findings to a doctor
Record keeping
Fill prescription and dispense medications as prescribed by the doctor, etc
Qualification
Required
Previous experience or training/ education in a veterinary facility
Must be friendly, outgoing, 'people oriented'
Excellent communication skills
Must be capable of being cross-trained for front office receptionist duties, telephone and computer skills are necessary
Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques, treatments, and accept change
Phlebotomy
IV catheter placement
Preparing and restraining animals during procedures
Anesthetic induction
Anesthetic monitoring
Assisting in surgery
Suture cutaneous and subcutaneous tissues
Apply bandages and/or splints
Wound care
Ability to use a stethoscope and otoscope
Advising pet owners on proper care, etc
Demonstrate excellent relations with client/ pets in the waiting area and exam rooms
Exceed the client's expectations of service
Compassionate nursing care is the top priority for all patients
Housekeeping/ maintenance
Ability to perform a cursory examination of an animal
Ability to recognize potential patient issues
Clearly communicate your findings to a doctor
Record keeping
Fill prescription and dispense medications as prescribed by the doctor
College or college-equivalent education as required in becoming a Certified Veterinary Technician if applying to be a CVT
Dependable attendance is required
Must be able to lift 40 pounds
Must be willing 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
Benefits
Competitive wages
Various voluntary benefit offerings, including hospital indemnity, accident, critical illness, etc. if working 20+ hours/week
401K with employer match
CE opportunities
Uniforms
Discounts on services and medications for employee pets
Company
Animal Outpatient Specialty Network (AOSN)
At Animal Outpatient Specialty Network (AOSN), we’re redefining veterinary specialty care with an exclusive focus on outpatient services.
Founded in 1980
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase