Veterinary Technician - Dentistry - Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota : Job Details

Join Our Dynamic Team at the Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota in Oakdale!We are currently seeking a dedicated and passionate Full-Time Veterinary Technician to join our Dentistry & Oral Surgery Department. If you are enthusiastic about making a positive impact on the lives of animals and thrive in a collaborative and supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you!Why AERC?AERC-MN is an established and renowned AAHA-accredited emergency and specialty hospital that is 100% owned by local veterinarians. With two, 24/7 facilities in the Twin Cities area, we build meaningful relationships with our community by treating one another with kindness, dignity, and respect.If you actively seek and share new knowledge, assume best intentions of your colleagues, and care intensely about everything you do, you will be an instrumental value to the AERC-MN team.Position: Veterinary Technician - SpecialtiesDepartment: Dentistry & Oral SurgeryShift: Day (7am - 4:30pm)Schedule: Monday & ThursdayOn-call required, no more than three weeknight (7-hour) shifts per month and one Saturday or Sunday (12-hour) shift every two months.Relocation Assistance: Eligible, up to $2,000 depending on region of relocation.Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance provided at up to 80% covered by AERC. Short-Term, Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and EAP provided at no additional cost to you. PTO accrual based on tenure. Uniform, Pet, Continued Education stipends and so much more!As a Veterinary Technician in our Dentistry & Oral Surgery Department, you will play a pivotal role within our outstanding team, dedicated to diagnosing and treating disorders of the oral cavity, teeth, as well as the bones, joints, and muscles of the head. Your responsibilities will encompass a wide range of tasks, including proficiency in medical terms and abbreviations, dental and oral health, animal restraint, diagnostic tests, and troubleshooting monitoring equipment - all essential components for success in this dynamic role. Each patient has a team of dedicated anesthesia technician, dentistry technician, and dentist & oral surgeon to maximize patient nursing, comfort, and safety.Dentistry and Oral Surgery Services You'll Be Involved In:EndodonticsOral SurgeryFractured TeethPeriodontal DiseaseMalocclusion and Orthodontic TreatmentRestorative and Prosthodontic TreatmentDental Radiography and Advanced Maxillofacial ImagingHome Care & Client EducationYour Skills & Experiences: Who are we looking for?Teamwork and DevelopmentYou are proactive, supportive, and collaborative.You share knowledge, promote positivity, and take personal responsibility for your professional development.You are eager to recommend process improvements, as well as value opinions that may be different than yours.You seek and value open, honest communication and constructive feedback in a timely manner.Client ServiceAs every patient has an owner at the other end of the leash, we expect outstanding client communication, education, and care to be provided by all team members.This role will provide delicate and continuity of care for all patients and clients by utilizing skills such as active listening, leading with curiosity to assume best intentions, and supporting all client's medical care decisions without judgement.You will be trained to triage phone calls, review medical plans, perform financial transactions, and discharge patients leaving the hospital in addition to your typical technical skills and abilities.Patient CareSkills can be taught. We value training and professional development. You will be provided with a minimum of 16 training shifts before you're set free to save lives. These training shifts will be both on the floor, and classroom based, working closely with individuals from our professional development training team. When you succeed, we all succeed.You will be comfortable with the basic tasks such as IVC placement, venipuncture, bloodwork (CBC/Chem/UA) and performance of x-rays and sedated procedures.If you have advanced skills such as central line placement, urinary catheterization, anesthesia monitoring, surgical assistance, pharmacology, physiology, and advanced imaging, you will bring a wealth of knowledge to our motivated and education-hungry team.Qualifications for SuccessA.A.S or B.S Degree in Veterinary Technology from an AVMA-accredited school, along with current certification, license, or registration as a Veterinary Technician strongly preferredTwo years of client service or customer support experience, in addition to at least two years of clinical practice experience if credentialed, are requiredBonus points for certifications such as RECOVER CPR Certified and Fear Free Certified, and having a Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) certification is highly valuedProficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), data entry skills, exceptional interpersonal skills, organizational abilities, and strong typing skills are essentialWhat are you waiting for? If you're ready to be part of a forward-thinking and customer-focused organization that values your skills, apply today! Follow the instructions on this page to kickstart an exciting career with us. Good luck!