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Licensed Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Job in Tacoma, Pierce County, Washington, 98417, USA
Listing for: ANIMAL DERMATOLOGY GROUP, INC
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-01
Job specializations:
  • Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
    Veterinary, Animal / Pet Care
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 19 - 34 USD Hourly USD 19.00 34.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Licensed Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Join to apply for the Licensed Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant role at ANIMAL DERMATOLOGY GROUP, INC

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 80 doctors supporting the ADG medical team, aiming to lead in clinical practice, research, and education in our field. In addition to providing advanced, dermatology‑specialized care to patients and supporting general practice veterinarians, ADG participates in drug/product development and clinical trials and hosts the largest dermatology residency program approved by the American College of Veterinary Dermatology.

Animal

Dermatology Clinic – Tacoma

We are looking for a Licensed Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant 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
Requirements
  • Previous experience or training/education in a veterinary facility
  • Must be friendly, outgoing, “people oriented”
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Must be capable of cross‑training 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
Medical Related Skills (LVT applicants)
  • Phlebotomy
  • IV catheter placement
  • Preparing and restraining animals during procedures
  • Anesthetic induction
  • Anesthetic monitoring
  • Assisting with procedures
  • 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
Duties
  • Demonstrate excellent relations with clients/pets in the waiting area and exam rooms
  • Exceed clients’ expectations of service
  • Compassionate nursing care is the top priority for all patients
  • Housekeeping/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
Education and

Physical Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Dependable attendance is required
  • Must be able to lift 40 pounds
  • Must be willing to work long or irregular hours under pressure conditions
  • Can walk, bend, stand, squat, or reach constantly during a minimum 8‑hour day
Benefits
  • 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.
  • 401K with employer match
  • CE opportunities
  • Uniforms
  • Discounts on services and medications for employee pets
  • Some traveling may be required
Salary

$19.00 – $34.00 per hour, depending on experience.

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