Certified Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Certified Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant

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Full-time

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 locations nationwide and more than 90 doctors supporting its medical team. They lead in clinical practice, research, and education. ADG offers advanced dermatology care, supports general practice veterinarians, and participates in drug/product development and clinical trials.

ADG also hosts the largest dermatology residency program approved by the American College of Veterinary Dermatology.

Animal Dermatology Clinic - Eagan is seeking a Certified Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant. We are looking for a candidate with the following qualities:

• Energetic
• Positive
• Upbeat personality
• Takes initiative
• Commitment to the needs of the clinic
• Punctual
• Willingness to teach others and share ideas
• Openness to diversity
• Adaptability to change
• Accountable
• Able to see the big picture

• Previous experience or training/education in a veterinary facility
• Previous experience in a multi‑specialty facility
• Friendly, outgoing, and people‑oriented
• Excellent communication skills
• Capable of cross‑training for front‑office receptionist duties; telephone and computer skills are necessary
• 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
• Suturing cutaneous and subcutaneous tissues
• Applying bandages and/or splints
• Wound care
• Ability to use a stethoscope and otoscope
• Advising pet owners on proper care, etc.

• Maintain excellent client and pet relations in the waiting area and exam rooms
• Exceed clients’ expectations of service
• Provide compassionate nursing care as the top priority for all patients
• Housekeeping and maintenance
• Perform a cursory examination of an animal
• Recognize potential patient issues
• Clearly communicate findings to a doctor
• Record keeping
• Fill prescriptions and dispense medications as prescribed by the doctor, etc.

• College or college‑equivalent education required to become a Certified Veterinary Technician (if applying for CVT role)
• Dependable attendance required
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds
• Must be willing to work long or irregular hours under pressure conditions
• Ability to walk, bend, stand, squat, or reach constantly during a minimum 8‑hour day

• No weekends
• Paid vacation (full‑time employees only)
• Paid holidays (full‑time employees only)
• Competitive wages
• Monthly bonuses based on clinic dietary sales (full‑time employees only)
• Medical, dental, vision, dependent care FSA, and short‑term disability benefit options (full‑time employees only)
• Various voluntary benefit offerings, including hospital indemnity, accident, critical illness, etc.
• 401(k) with employer match
• CE opportunities
• Uniforms
• Discounts on services and medications for employee pets
• Some traveling may be required

$16.75 - $30 per hour

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Health Care Provider
• Veterinary Services

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