Careers
Thank you for considering us as a choice for your career. Read more below to see what positions are available.
About Farmington Hills, MI
You will surely enjoy the quaint downtown setting in Farmington with local shops, farmers’ markets in the summer, and a center square ice rink in the winter.
Farmington Hills is rated as one of the safest cities in the United States. That, combined with numerous parks and lakes, makes this a great place to raise a family.
Positions Available
Do you want a career doing what you love working with animals? Browse our open positions at Advanced Veterinary Medical Center.
Externship
We strive to provide excellent client/patient service and will always be available when you need us. We endeavor to improve and extend your lifelong relationships with your pets through close involvement in their care and development.
We offer a full range of veterinary medical services with the highest standards of care:
- Wellness Plans including all routine services (vaccinations, diagnostic testing, and preventative care) for all stages of your pet’s life
- Soft tissue and orthopedic surgery, including affordable spay and neuter programs
- Full-service pet dentistry from routine cleanings to oral surgery
- In-house diagnostic testing, a full-service pharmacy, and veterinary therapeutic diets to treat a wide variety of medical conditions
- Doctor-recommended ancillary services for behavior counseling, training, and other concerns
Position Purpose
Come extern with us! Heartland Veterinary Partners’ Externship Program works to provide 1st-4th year veterinary students with hands-on experience and mentorship to help have them ‘practice ready’ by their first day in practice. Externships are typically 2 weeks long and Heartland will cover the cost of lodging if needed. Length of externship is flexible & we can support your preceptorship documentation as well.
Requirements/Qualifications
Eligibility
Must be currently enrolled in an AVMA Accredited Veterinary School
Must be able to provide student PLIT
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Qualifications:
- Veterinary Technician: 1 year (Required)
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
- Veterinary Technician Certification (Preferred)
Why Chose AVMC?
Advanced Veterinary Medical Center is proud to serve the Farmington Hills, MI area for everything pet-related. Our veterinary clinic and animal hospital is run by Dr. John Rozenbaum, who is a licensed, experienced Farmington Hills veterinarian.
Our team is committed to educating our clients in how to keep your pets healthy year round, with good nutrition and exercise. Advanced Veterinary Medical Center stays on top of the latest advances in veterinarian technology and above all, remembers that all animals and pets need to be treated with loving care in every check-up, procedure, or surgery.
Essential Information
Veterinary technicians perform patient care duties in various animal care facilities, such as the offices of veterinarians. Must possess good critical thinking and problem solving skills, compassion, a positive attitude, follow-through and excellent communication and teamwork skills. Multi- tasking and accepting constructive criticism is essential. Punctuality is expected.
Job Duties of a Veterinary Technician
Veterinary technicians assist veterinarians in the care of animals. They may perform an initial evaluation of the animal’s condition, clean and wrap wounds, check vital statistics, collect samples and administer medication. They also perform basic lab work, including urinalysis and blood tests, and may assist with procedures such as teeth cleaning. They help during patient examinations and surgical procedures by restraining animals when necessary, stocking and cleaning examination, surgery and treatment rooms with supplies, sterilizing tools and ensuring that equipment is in working order. Communicate with pet owners and update patient files. It is expected that cleanliness in the office is maintained throughout the day.
Necessary Skills
Veterinary technicians must have excellent communication skills, so that they may interact with pet owners and coworkers. They must have an understanding of animal behavior and strong clinical skills in order to properly evaluate an animal’s condition and provide treatment. They must be detail-oriented and well-organized so that they may take medical histories, carry out instructions, document patient statistics and update records. It’s also essential that they enjoy working with animals and have the ability to comfort, handle and restrain large and small pets.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $16.00 – $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Education:
High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
Veterinary Technician: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification: Veterinary Technician Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
Work Remotely: No
