Career Opportunities

Veterinary Medical and Surgical Group in Ventura, is looking for both part-time and full-time Client Service Representative to join our team. We are state-of-the-art veterinary referral and emergency hospital with over 33 years in our community. As a Client Service Representative you are often the first point of contact with a new client or referring veterinarian.

If you are an enthusiastic, energetic and compassionate individual with 1-2 years of veterinary reception or assisting skills, we would like to talk with you. The ideal candidate will be able to join our experienced team without missing a beat, have great communication skills, and is not afraid to juggle multiple clients at one time. Avimark experience is a major plus!

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Greet clients in a friendly, professional, and efficient manner
• Answer multi-line phone system and direct the calls accordingly
• Obtain medical and other information from referring vets
• Schedule and confirm appointments
• Notify appropriate departments that patients have arrived
• Scan medical records
• Make sure the lobby and reception areas are organized and neat, including stocking and cleaning the beverage areas for clients
• Fax, file, and distribute faxes and other documents
• Obtain deposits and other payments from clients
• Use email system

Position duties include:

• Triaging clients, scheduling appointments and managing the reception area
• Receiving and handling high-volume telephone calls
• Patient intake and discharge
• Constant communication with our doctors, technician team, and pet owners

Successful candidates will:

• Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Have a strong work ethic
• Be inquisitive, ask questions, and know how to utilize their resources
• Be a self-starting individual of integrity who is adaptable and accountable
• Have a flexible schedule
• Have a love of people and their pets

The requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must have at least three years of customer service experience
• Ability to work weekends and holidays
• Have strong typing skills and a polished telephone etiquette
• At least two years of previous veterinary experience

We offer competitive pay and benefits including:

• Paid Time Off
• Highly subsidized health insurance plans
• Uniform allowance
• Schedules to Balance Work, Life, and Family
• Employee Discounts

Join Our Team as an Emergency Veterinarian at Veterinary Medical and Surgical Group - Ventura!

Veterinary Medical and Surgical Group - Ventura (VMSG) is thrilled to invite a Full-Time or Part- Time Emergency Veterinarian to join our team of dedicated veterinary professionals. At VMSG, we foster a unique, supportive culture where collaboration, mutual respect, and enjoying our work environment are key values. We believe in making a difference for our patients and clients while genuinely enjoying the company of our colleagues.

VMSG is a 24-hour specialty and emergency referral hospital located in Ventura, CA. Our 16,000-square-foot specialty center is set up for you to practice your best medicine. Our emergency veterinarians can utilize our in-house labs, specialized pharmacy, and separate emergency & critical care treatment area with the latest equipment to assist in providing exceptional emergency treatment, life-saving procedures & supportive care. When immediate emergency surgery is warranted, our 3 surgical suites include the most advanced surgical, anesthesia & monitoring equipment available. In addition, VMSG is also equipped with advanced diagnostic equipment including ultrasound, C-Arm, 64-slice CT, MRI, and two digital radiology suites. We are also supported by skilled Radiologists for radiographic interpretation & recommendations.  At VMSG we are devoted to providing the best medical, surgical, emergency and critical care available, through Quality, Integrity, Compassion, and Service. 

Why Ventura? 

Ventura, CA, is a coastal gem with a relaxed, community-focused vibe and an inspiring natural landscape. Known for its beautiful beaches, historic downtown, and mild Mediterranean climate, Ventura offers residents an exceptional quality of life with easy access to outdoor activities, from surfing to hiking. The city blends small-town charm with a thriving arts and culture scene and boasts a strong local economy, making it a fantastic place for professionals seeking both career growth and a laid-back, coastal lifestyle.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

At Veterinary Medical and Surgical Group, we take the well-being of our employees seriously. We promote a balanced work-life culture and offer flexible working conditions to ensure our team members thrive both professionally and personally. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Incredible earning potential with high minimum base & a generous production plan
• Sign-on bonus available
• Generous relocation assistance provided
• Highly competitive salary, quality health insurance (medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA options), 401K retirement plans with employer contribution, paid time off, generous continuing education allowance and additional paid time off, numerous discounts through our partners and reimbursement for membership due including maintenance of board certification
• Work alongside top Board Certified Specialists

What We're Looking For:

We're looking for an experienced veterinarian to help lead a high-quality medical team, foster teamwork, and ensure efficient hospital operations. You’ll work closely with the Hospital Manager and report to the Regional Manager.

Qualifications

• Education: DVM from an accredited college.
• Licensure: State Veterinary License. 
• Experience: 5+ years in veterinary practice with leadership experience.

For further inquiries or to submit your application, please contact Julia Stephens at jstephens@petvetcarecenters.com or apply online here.

Position Overview: The Hospital Administrator works daily to develop an efficient and effective hospital support team by fostering an environment of trust, teamwork, and accountability. The Hospital Administrator partners with the Veterinarian to provide an efficient and profitable operation by driving revenue and managing costs while creating a hospital culture based on high-quality patient care and excellent customer service.

Essential Position Functions:

• Supervises the staff within all hospital support departments; achieves and maintains all labor goals.
• Hires and trains office and technical clinic support staff; responsible for new hire paperwork.
• Orients and trains new clinic staff to the hospital and duties.
• Reviews work performance of direct reports, constructively delivers feedback, resolves personnel issues, and discussions with the Regional Manager weekly.
• Conducts timely performance appraisals.
• Documents and reports accidents; files appropriate reports.
• Writes policies/procedures relating to all technical aspects of the hospital and presents for approval.
• Manages schedules for technical and administrative staff coordinates the DVM.
• Monitors Workforce Management for missed punches and management of overtime hours daily.
• Administers the daily operations.
• Works with the PetVet Care Centers support team to ensure compliance with all administrative responsibilities.
• Monitors budgets, purchases equipment and supplies, and oversees the maintenance of the facility.
• Responsible for submitting contract veterinarian invoices, submitting all local vendor invoices, ensuring invoice accuracy, and obtaining w9’s from local vendors.
• Assists in resolving issues with pet owners where appropriate.
• Reviews revenue, labor, and employee issues with the PetVet leadership on a weekly conference call; achieve goals set in each area.
• Responsible for all local accounting functions; ensure daily financial information is accurate.
• Oversees the management of the inventory and ensures proper documentation and systems are in place.
• May establish and oversee billing practices; reviews and maintains the accuracy of billing and oversees charge capturing.
• May be responsible for contracts or negotiations with insurance providers.
• Maintain compliance of current licensure and the display of the same. Maintaining updated licenses for DVMs.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Manager.

Competencies:

• Analytical skills; strong ability to analyze information quickly and efficiently as it relates to the hospital’s finances.
• Strategic planning; the ability for financial forecasting, marketing plans, and long-term plans for the growth of the practice.
• Leadership; ability to effectively manage and direct hospital staff towards a common goal.
• Decision-making skills; possess the ability to make good decisions, solve problems, and decide on essential matters.
• Communications; demonstrate the ability to communicate, orally, and in writing, effectively to convey necessary information to hospital staff.
• Resourcefulness and adaptability; the ability to take the initiative and get things done as well as the ability to adapt to changes or new information.
• Compliance; ability to understand and manage important compliance regulations and requirements of the hospital.
• Planning and prioritizing; must be able to organize work efficiently, set priorities, and establish plans and timetables for achieving goals.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, health science or related field strongly preferred.
• At a minimum, five years of direct office management experience, including at least two years of supervisory experience is required.
• Certified Veterinary Practice Manager (CVPM) or Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) is preferred.
• May consider an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experience.

Position Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

• Ability to provide customer service in a courteous, prompt, and efficient manner.
• Computer proficiency in using Microsoft Office products (Word, Outlook, and Excel) and applicable organization-specific software.
• Establish and maintain productive and cooperative working relationships.
• Active time management and organizational skills to complete work promptly.
• Excellent communications skills both orally and in writing.
• Must be flexible with scheduling and able to work some weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors.
• Depending on the functional area of assignment, tasks may involve extended periods at a keyboard or workstation and/or extended periods standing and/or walking.
• May include some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work, usually involving lifting or carrying moderately heavy animals (up to 50 pounds).
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

Additional Information: The list of essential functions, as outlined in this job description, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of any job function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

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Join Our Team as an Internist at Veterinary Medical and Surgical Group - Ventura! 

Veterinary Medical and Surgical Group - Ventura (VMSG)  is thrilled to invite a Full-Time Board Certified or Residency Trained Internist to join our team of dedicated veterinary professionals. At VMSG, we foster a unique, supportive culture where collaboration, mutual respect, and enjoying our work environment are key values. We believe in making a difference for our patients and clients while genuinely enjoying the company of our colleagues.

VMSG is a 24-hour specialty and emergency referral hospital located in Ventura, CA. Our 16,000-square-foot specialty center is set up for you to practice your best medicine. Our emergency veterinarians can utilize our in-house labs, specialized pharmacy, and separate emergency & critical care treatment area with the latest equipment to assist in providing exceptional emergency treatment, life-saving procedures & supportive care. When immediate emergency surgery is warranted, our 3 surgical suites include the most advanced surgical, anesthesia & monitoring equipment available. In addition, VMSG is also equipped with advanced diagnostic equipment including ultrasound, C-Arm, 64-slice CT, MRI, and two digital radiology suites. We are also supported by skilled Radiologists for radiographic interpretation & recommendations.  At VMSG we are devoted to providing the best medical, surgical, emergency and critical care available, through Quality, Integrity, Compassion, and Service.

Why Ventura? 

Ventura, CA, is a coastal gem with a relaxed, community-focused vibe and an inspiring natural landscape. Known for its beautiful beaches, historic downtown, and mild Mediterranean climate, Ventura offers residents an exceptional quality of life with easy access to outdoor activities, from surfing to hiking. The city blends small-town charm with a thriving arts and culture scene and boasts a strong local economy, making it a fantastic place for professionals seeking both career growth and a laid-back, coastal lifestyle.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

At Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center - Thousand Oaks, we take the well-being of our employees seriously. We promote a balanced work-life culture and offer flexible working conditions to ensure our team members thrive both professionally and personally. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Incredible earning potential with high minimum base & a generous production plan
• Sign-on bonus available
• Generous relocation assistance provided
• Highly competitive salary, quality health insurance (medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA options), 401K retirement plans with employer contribution, paid time off, generous continuing education allowance and additional paid time off, numerous discounts through our partners and reimbursement for membership due including maintenance of board certification

What We're Looking For:

We're looking for an experienced veterinarian to help lead a high-quality medical team, foster teamwork, and ensure efficient hospital operations. You’ll work closely with the Hospital Manager and report to the Regional Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Care: Conduct exams, diagnostics, and prescribe treatments.
• Client Communication: Educate pet owners on diagnoses and treatments; provide timely updates.
• Procedures & Diagnostics: Perform and oversee procedures and diagnostic tests.
• Team Leadership: Mentor staff, maintain efficiency, and promote teamwork.
• Financial Management: Estimate treatment costs and manage resources.
• Education & Training: Participate in continuing education and train staff.

Qualifications

• Education: DVM from an accredited college.
• Licensure: State Veterinary License and DEA registration.
• Experience: 5+ years in veterinary practice with leadership experience.

For further inquiries or to submit your application, please contact Julia Stephens at jstephens@petvetcarecenters.com or apply online here.

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) - Oncology Department – Ventura, California

At Veterinary Medical and Surgical Group, we acknowledge and value our Registered Veterinary Technicians. They are educated, skilled, credentialed individuals who are compassionate and care deeply for our patients. They play a significant role in the success of our organization and the health of our patients. As such, VMSG believes in recognition and competitive compensation for our RVTs by providing:

• Annual Continuing Education allowance including additional PTO for C.E.
• Annual state licensure reimbursement
• Customized training plans to assist them in successfully meeting their career goals
• Support and guidance from board-certified technicians
• Access to our VTS Mentorship and financial assistance with the Penn Foster/PetVet Academy program
• Eligibility for our Support Staff Referral Bonus Program
• Leadership opportunities

VMSG Ventura is growing and expanding! If you are looking for a new and exciting work environment where your education and advanced skillset are appreciated and where you can continue growing in your career, VMSG may be right for you!

If you've never worked in specialty medicine before but have an interest in expanding your knowledge and increasing your skill set, that's great! Many of our most accomplished technicians did not have specialty experience prior to joining VMSG - we love training new team members and supporting anyone interested in growing their career!

Qualifications and Skills

• Veterinary Technician License in California, or have an active license in another state that qualifies you to be eligible for licensing
• At least two years of Veterinary experience as a RVT, or Assistant prior to licensure
• A flexible schedule that allows the ability to stay late on occasion to help with emergencies
• The ability to handle stressful or emergent situations in a calm and supportive manner
• Excellent communication and customer service skills

Additional Benefits Offered

• Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays Off
• Annual allowance for scrubs and other VMSG apparel
• Employee discounts on pet services, medications, and lab work

About Us: To learn more about VMSG, visit our website at www.vmsg.com or our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/vmsgventura/ Please take a virtual tour of our hospital (https://vimeo.com/224968041) If this sounds like a team you want to be a part of, apply at https://www.petvetcareers.com/.

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) - Surgery – Ventura, California

***$2000.00 Sign-on bonus***

At Veterinary Medical and Surgical Group, we acknowledge and value our Registered Veterinary Technicians. They are educated, skilled, credentialed individuals who are compassionate and care deeply for our patients. They play a significant role in the success of our organization and the health of our patients. As such, VMSG believes in recognition and competitive compensation for our RVTs by providing:

• Annual Continuing Education allowance including additional PTO for C.E.
• Annual state licensure reimbursement
• Customized training plans to assist them in successfully meeting their career goals
• Support and guidance from board-certified technicians
• Access to our VTS Mentorship and financial assistance with the Penn Foster/PetVet Academy program
• Eligibility for our Support Staff Referral Bonus Program
• Leadership opportunities

VMSG Ventura is growing and expanding! If you are looking for a new and exciting work environment where your education and advanced skillset are appreciated and where you can continue growing in your career, VMSG may be right for you!

If you've never worked in specialty medicine before but have an interest in expanding your knowledge and increasing your skill set, that's great! Many of our most accomplished technicians did not have specialty experience prior to joining VMSG - we love training new team members and supporting anyone interested in growing their career!

Responsibilities and Duties

• Positively impact patient care through collaboration with the Surgeons
• Perform high quality anesthetic induction, monitoring, and maintenance for surgeries and imaging
• Participate in helping paralyzed patients walk again
• Acquire histories and assist during surgical consultations
• Assist in surgeries and advanced imaging procedures
• Utilize practice management software to maintain client and patient records
• Provide safe restraint for patients during examinations and procedures
• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, urinary catheter placement, etc.
• Perform and recognize normal physical examination parameters on canine and feline patients
• Calculate medication and fluid doses for administration to hospitalized patients
• Participate in client education

Qualifications and Skills

• Veterinary Technician License in California, or have an active license in another state that qualifies you to be eligible for licensing
• At least two years of Veterinary experience as a RVT, or Assistant prior to licensure
• A flexible schedule that allows the ability to stay late on occasion to help with emergencies
• The ability to handle stressful or emergent situations in a calm and supportive manner
• Excellent communication and customer service skills

Additional Benefits Offered

• Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays Off
• Annual allowance for scrubs and other VMSG apparel
• Employee discounts on pet services, medications, and lab work

About Us: To learn more about VMSG, visit our website at www.vmsg.com or our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/vmsgventura/ Please take a virtual tour of our hospital (https://vimeo.com/224968041) If this sounds like a team you want to be a part of, apply at https://www.petvetcareers.com/.

Position Overview:

The Veterinary Technician supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients. Responsibilities include providing patient care by determining animal requirements, conducting examinations and diagnostic procedures, assisting during surgery and operations, providing nursing care, assisting with feeding and caring for patients, maintaining medical supplies and equipment, overseeing triage and discharging patients, and maintaining patient medical records.

Essential Position Functions:

• Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations and interviews, reviewing care plans and records, completing laboratory tests and studies, and diagnostic imaging.
• Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, drugs, and vaccines, and bandaging and wrapping wounds.
• Support patient examinations and operations by assembling required supplies and instruments, securing and bringing patients to examination rooms, and restraining patients; aids as directed by the veterinarian.
• Provide excellent pet care by applying full knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, pharmacology, specialized equipment usage, and specialized drug administration.
• Obtain and verify medications.
• Ensure that patients have food and water, clean patients' rooms, cages, and equipment; observe patients for clinical signs of disease.
• As directed, fill prescriptions and administer medications, including proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
• Maintain a safe, secure, healthy, and humane environment by sterilizing and wrapping instruments, sanitizing and disinfecting holding and operating areas, storing sterile supplies, verifying shelf life, following standards and procedures, and in compliance with applicable legal regulations.
• Maintain medical records by documenting patients’ conditions, reactions, and changes; update the database in an accurate and timely manner.
• Communicate with the pet owner about the status of the patient, as directed by the veterinarian.
• Maintain equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining equipment supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
• Maintain inventory, place orders for needed supplies, verify, and maintain receipts.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional journals.
• Release pets to their owners as directed; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed before their release.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or practice.

Additional Position Functions:

Assignment to the specialty medical areas listed below may require the following additional job functions:

Cardiology

• Collect and submit laboratory samples.
• Identify common and acquired cardiac disorders and arrhythmias.
• Set up and calibrate transducers/physiographs to measure intracardiac and intravascular pressures.
• Understand the basic physiology and engineering of pacemakers.

Dentistry

• Perform dental cleanings, polishing, and intraoral radiographs.
• Perform nerve blocks.
• Assist with dental procedures and oral surgery.

Dermatology

• Prepare and administer medications, intravenously, orally, and topically.
• Perform ear cleanings and minor flushes.
• Obtain skin scrapes and tape samples.
• Prepare skin and ear cytology.
• Induce and monitor anesthesia.
• Place intravenous catheters.

Emergency

• Assist veterinarians with a variety of emergency procedures and critical care situations.
• Monitor vitals, place catheters and take x-rays.
• Clean wounds and apply casts or bandages.
• Give injections and take blood samples.
• May have to be on call in the intensive care unit.

Imaging

• Assist veterinarians with a variety of diagnostic imaging modalities, including digital radiography, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, ultrasound, etc.

Integrative

• Maintain logs of pet diagnoses, treatments, and follow-up results so veterinarians can track responses to integrative care.

Internal Medicine

• Research general wellness and preventative medicine for patients.

Neurology

• Perform various technical procedures, including anesthesia support and monitoring, intravenous catheter placement, venipuncture, IV injections, wound management, drug administration assistance, bandage care, surgery support, and various routine diagnostic Electromyography (EMG) testing.

Oncology

• Assist veterinarians with pet assessment, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures.
• Provide empathy, comfort, and unparalleled nursing care to all pets and serves as a strong pet advocate during the pet's hospitalization.
• Prepare and administers various chemotherapeutic agents.
• Provide the owner with extensive communication and education on various oncology disease processes.

Ophthalmology

• Assist veterinarians with ocular exams.
• Perform and/or assist with diagnostic testing (Schirmer Tear Testing, Tonometry, Ocular Ultrasounds, Electroretinogram testing, etc.).

Radiology

• Assist veterinarians with providing high-quality diagnostic imaging services to in-patient, out-patient, surgical, and emergency pets.

Surgery

• Provide extensive surgical assistance by preparing pets, scrubbing, shaving, acting as a surgical nurse, and operating specific surgical equipment and supplies.

Competencies:

• Care and Compassion: Displays a desire to build rapport, provide personal assistance, and emotional support.
• Team Orientation: Works cooperatively with the team to address tasks and accomplish goals.
• Dependability: Demonstrates responsibility in completing tasks and accomplishing goals.
• Initiative: Proactively looks for the opportunity to address and follow through on work activities.
• Flexibility and Multi-Tasking: Adapts quickly to changing demands and manages multiple priorities effectively.
• Communication: Uses effective and appropriate methods of interacting with others.
• Customer Services: Displays a desire to provide outstanding service and exceed customer expectations.
• Organization and Attention to Detail: Monitors and reviews information thoroughly and maintains an organized system for all documents.
• Adherence to Rules and Instructions: Consistently follows standard procedures.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two or more years of experience with veterinary appointments, surgeries, and nursing care for hospitalized and critical patients.
• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), or the Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician (LVMT) preferred or as required by State.
• May consider an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experience.

Position Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

• Knowledge of the preparation, monitoring, and recovery of pets receiving surgery, as well as basic pet nursing.
• Ability to demonstrate and follow correct procedures in catheter placement, phlebotomy, emergency medicine, and digital radiology.
• Understand and limit the potential exposure to bites, scratches, and potential injuries.
• Able to restrain patients according to standard procedures.
• Fill prescriptions and monitor sedation procedures as directed by the veterinarian.
• Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors.
• Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain.
• Communicate and approach job duties in a professional and mature manner.
• Must be flexible with scheduling and able to work some weekends and holidays.
• This is a strenuous job that requires a lot of lifting, cleaning, and constant motion.
• Depending on the functional area of assignment, tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation and/or extended periods of time standing and/or walking.
• May include some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work, usually involving lifting or carrying moderately heavy animals (up to 50 pounds).
• Answer phones and perform other duties as needed by the hospital.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Manager or practice.

Additional Information:

The list of essential functions and additional functions, as outlined in this job description, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this position. The omission of any job function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a required assignment for the position.

VMSG Ventura is looking for full-time Veterinary Assistants to join our Overnight team!

*****$2000.00 SIGN-ON BONUS*****

Position Overview: The veterinary assistant provides support to the veterinarians and technicians in their daily tasks by cleaning and maintaining equipment, feeding, exercising and grooming patients, preparing and sanitizing surgery suites, restraining and handling patients, and clerical and administrative work. They deliver quality care for all patients and provide exceptional service.

Essential Functions:

• Provide compassionate care to all patients
• Greet patients and their owners as they arrive and show them to an examining room, taking the patient's weight and other vital signs upon arrival
• Triage patients, perform physical exams, treatments, and administer medication as directed by the licensed veterinary technicians (LVT's).
• Calm and soothe anxious patients
• Assist doctors and technicians with the administration of medications or with patient restraint
• Perform laboratory tests and take radiographs
• Operate and maintain hospital equipment, including EKG, fluid pump, syringe pump, scales, anesthetic monitors, and machines, etc.
• Fill prescriptions, calculate and administer medications, maintain proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
• Feed patients as prescribed by the attending doctor or as the client has requested; record appetites; recognize and report any unusual conditions or abnormal behaviors
• Communicate in a positive manner with clients and ensure that they feel comfortable leaving their pet(s)
• Maintain the cleanliness of the hospital each day; clean equipment, kennels, and facilities using chemicals and supplies; ensure the safe use of chemicals; complete laundry
• Adhere to the hospital's safety and wellness regulations
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Show up for work regularly; full-time presence at work is essential for every shift
• Promote hospital products and services and support the organization
• Respond respectfully with urgency to directions given by Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT).
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Manager; may have other assigned duties if working in a specialty area (i.e., dentistry, surgery, emergency, radiology, cardiology, neurology, internal medicine, etc.)

Emergency:

• Assists veterinarians with a variety of emergency procedures and critical care situations
• Cleans wounds and applies casts or bandages
• Give injections and takes blood samples
• Assists with various technical procedures including intravenous catheter placement, venipuncture, IV injections, wound management, drug administration assistance, bandage care, vital sign monitoring, intubation, surgery support
• Assists veterinarians with patient assessment, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures
• Provides empathy, comfort, and unparalleled nursing care to all patients and serves as a strong patient advocate during the patient's hospitalization
• Assists veterinarians with providing high-quality diagnostic imaging services to inpatient, outpatient, surgical, and emergency patients

Competencies:

• Care and Compassion – displays a desire to build rapport, provide personal assistance, and emotional support
• Animal Restraint and Safety – uses sound judgment when handling patients and always takes appropriate precautionary steps when needed
• Communication – uses effective and appropriate methods of interacting with others
• Team Orientation – works cooperatively with the team to address tasks and accomplish goals
• Dependability – demonstrates responsibility in completing all job tasks
• Cleanliness Standards – consistently follows sanitization and sterilization policies and procedures
• Energy and Productivity – completes tasks quickly and thoroughly without prompting
• Time Management – manages time and prioritizes work tasks effectively
• Technical Skills and Learning – keeps up-to-date with new technical skills and knowledge in the field
• Care and Use of Equipment – takes appropriate steps to perform operation checks and maintenance of equipment

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two or more years' experience in a veterinary environment successfully performing all of the duties of this position
• Vet Tech (VTNE) Certification preferred
• Experience with surgical monitoring, radiology, and client education preferred
• May consider an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experience

Position Requirements:

• Maintains current knowledge in the field of expertise and actively seeks opportunities for continuing education and skill improvement.
• Ability to restrain animals, fill prescriptions, and monitor sedation procedures
• Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors
• Requires knowledge of hospital procedures, policies, and services; client and patient treatment protocols; hospital computer systems; and the standard procedures, records, and terminology used in a veterinary hospital.
• Must be flexible with scheduling and able to work some weekends and holidays
• Depending on the functional area of assignment, tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation and/or extended periods of time standing and/or walking.
• This is a strenuous job that requires a lot of lifting, cleaning, and constant motion. May involve some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
• Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work, usually involving lifting or carrying moderately heavy animals (up to 50 pounds)

Additional Information: The list of essential functions, as outlined in this job description, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of any job function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

Veterinary Medical and Surgical Group is a 24-hour small animal multi - specialty referral veterinary practice located in Ventura with doctors specializing in Surgery, Neurology, Emergency & Critical Care, Oncology, Cardiology and Dentistry. VMSG provides specialty veterinary care that is incomparable in quality and service.

We are currently seeking skilled veterinary assistants in the following area:

Oncology Department

For preferential consideration:

- 2 years minimum

- Specialty or emergency hospital understanding with the ability to implement

Position Requirements:

- Proficiency in all aspects of basic and advanced veterinary care

- Attention to detail and strong communication skills required

- Ability to thrive in a fast paced environment

Full time benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, 401K, continuing education, uniform allotment, vacation, sick leave and discounts on pet care. We have a great Penn Foster Scholarship program! We want to support you and encourage you to further your education.

Position Overview: The veterinary assistant provides support to the veterinarians and technicians in their daily tasks by cleaning and maintaining equipment, feeding, exercising and grooming patients, preparing and sanitizing surgery suites, restraining and handling patients, and clerical and administrative work. They deliver quality care for all patients and provide exceptional service.

Essential Functions:

• Provide compassionate care to all patients
• Greet patients and their owners as they arrive and show them to an examining room, taking the patient's weight and other vital signs upon arrival
• Triage patients, perform physical exams, treatments, and administer medication as directed by the licensed veterinary technicians (LVT's).
• Calm and soothe anxious patients
• Assist doctors and technicians with the administration of medications or with patient restraint
• Perform laboratory tests and take radiographs
• Operate and maintain hospital equipment, including EKG, fluid pump, syringe pump, scales, anesthetic monitors, and machines, etc.
• Fill prescriptions, calculate and administer medications, maintain proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
• Feed patients as prescribed by the attending doctor or as the client has requested; record appetites; recognize and report any unusual conditions or abnormal behaviors
• Communicate in a positive manner with clients and ensure that they feel comfortable leaving their pet(s)
• Educate clients about insurance, wellness, and medicinal plans
• Maintain the cleanliness of the hospital each day; clean equipment, kennels, and facilities using chemicals and supplies; ensure the safe use of chemicals; complete laundry
• Adhere to the hospital's safety and wellness regulations
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Show up for work regularly; full-time presence at work is essential for every shift
• Promote hospital products and services and support the organization
• Respond respectfully with urgency to directions given by Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT).
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Manager; may have other assigned duties if working in a specialty area (i.e., icu, emergency, cardiology, neurology, oncology, etc.)

Additional Functions: Assignment to the areas below may include the following additional job functions:

Surgery:

• Provides extensive surgical assistance by preparing patients, scrubbing, shaving, acting as a surgical nurse, and operating specific surgical equipment and supplies

Emergency:

• Assists veterinarians with a variety of emergency procedures and critical care situations
• Cleans wounds and applies casts or bandages
• Give injections and takes blood samples
• May have to be on call in the intensive care unit

Neurology:

• Assists with various technical procedures including intravenous catheter placement, venipuncture, IV injections, wound management, drug administration assistance, bandage care, vital sign monitoring, intubation, surgery support, and various routine diagnostic Electromyography (EMG) testing

Oncology:

• Assists veterinarians with patient assessment, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures
• Provides empathy, comfort, and unparalleled nursing care to all patients and serves as a strong patient advocate during the patient's hospitalization
• Provides client communication and education on various oncology disease processes

Competencies:

• Care and Compassion – displays a desire to build rapport, provide personal assistance, and emotional support
• Animal Restraint and Safety – uses sound judgment when handling patients and always takes appropriate precautionary steps when needed
• Communication – uses effective and appropriate methods of interacting with others
• Team Orientation – works cooperatively with the team to address tasks and accomplish goals
• Dependability – demonstrates responsibility in completing all job tasks
• Cleanliness Standards – consistently follows sanitization and sterilization policies and procedures
• Energy and Productivity – completes tasks quickly and thoroughly without prompting
• Time Management – manages time and prioritizes work tasks effectively
• Technical Skills and Learning – keeps up-to-date with new technical skills and knowledge in the field
• Care and Use of Equipment – takes appropriate steps to perform operation checks and maintenance of equipment

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One or more years' experience in a veterinary environment successfully performing all of the duties of this position
• Vet Tech (VTNE) Certification preferred
• Experience with surgical monitoring, radiology, dental prophylaxis, and client education preferred
• May consider an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experience

Position Requirements:

• Maintains current knowledge in the field of expertise and actively seeks opportunities for continuing education and skill improvement.
• Ability to restrain animals, fill prescriptions, and monitor sedation procedures
• Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors
• Requires knowledge of hospital procedures, policies, and services; client and patient treatment protocols; hospital computer systems; and the standard procedures, records, and terminology used in a veterinary hospital.
• Must be flexible with scheduling and able to work some weekends and holidays
• Depending on the functional area of assignment, tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation and/or extended periods of time standing and/or walking.
• This is a strenuous job that requires a lot of lifting, cleaning, and constant motion. May involve some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
• Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work, usually involving lifting or carrying moderately heavy animals (up to 50 pounds)

Additional Information: The list of essential functions, as outlined in this job description, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of any job function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.