Southern Veterinary Partners
Veterinary Assistant
Southern Veterinary Partners, Redondo Beach, California, United States, 90278
Veterinary Assistant Position
Redwood Animal Hospital is proud to serve the Redondo Beach, CA, area for everything pet-related! We are a three-doctor hospital looking for an additional team member to help our team grow and to support our growing clientele. We primarily treat dogs and cats, but do see the occasional rabbit and pocket pet! We have a fabulous location near the beach with a wonderful team. Many of our support staff members have been with us for over 10 years! We have a great workflow and even better clients, with an opportunity to be a high producer quickly. We do have boarded surgeons who come to our hospital twice a month to help with complicated surgeries. Role Summary: We are currently seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our growing team. The Veterinary Assistant is responsible for assisting Veterinarians and Credentialed Veterinary Technicians in the care of animals, the hospital, and all medical equipment and machinery. Assistants will help maintain a clean, efficient, and healthy environment for animals being treated or boarded at the hospital. The Veterinary Assistant is a crucial part of the medical team and is responsible for advocating for the patient as well as education of the clients. Role Responsibilities/Qualifications
Responsibilities: Assist DVMs and credentialed veterinary technicians with appointments, prepping patients for surgery and minor procedures, surgical assisting, and pro-actively set up for any procedures or diagnostic tests Restrain animals in a safe, efficient, and caring manner Obtain accurate vitals, obtain medical histories, and/or note any changes of patient's condition to DVM Collect and prepare laboratory samples such as fecal, urine, and ear cytologies Care and maintenance of all medical equipment including laboratory machines, surgical packs, anesthesia machines, and any other tools that are essential to daily operations Qualifications: High School diploma or GED certificate Flexible schedule including some weekend and holiday shifts Knowledge of medical procedures and animal handling Must possess strong communication skills, good judgment and be able to manage stressful situations, and work with others on a team respectfully Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds Your Benefits: Pay range of $18.00-$20.00/hour, based on experience Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Short Term Disability Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays) Teladoc - FREE doctor access 24/7 Discounted Veterinary Care EAP (Employee Assistance Program) A large network of over 10,000 veterinary professionals who all share common interest in promoting a collaborative working environment and individual career growth Opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a challenging, variety of tasks and the ability to help animals among a great team of people! Vet Tech Pathways: We believe in supporting your journey to becoming a Credentialed Veterinary Technician. For eligible teammates, we cover the costs for you to earn your credentials, opening up numerous career opportunities. About Mission Pet Health: Veterinarian-led. People-focused. Pet-obsessed. That's Mission Pet Health in a nutshell! We were founded by veterinarians who believe local practices thrive when autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence lead the way. That belief still guides everything we dofrom mentorship to medicine to how we support our teammates. Driving our award-winning culture are our WAG values Work Together, Amaze, and Grow which fuel us to drive a tangible, lasting impact for our teams, the communities we serve, and the pets we care for. Mission is one of the leading veterinary care organizations in the U.S., formed by the joining together of Southern Veterinary Partners and Mission Veterinary Partners. Our mission is to provide world-class support to hospital teams on a hyper-local basis. Our Home Office teams manage the back-end side of the business so our hospital teams can focus on what matters most the medicine and caring for their patients. We're based in Birmingham, AL, but the heartbeat of Mission is in our 850+ animal hospitals and 20,000+ teammates across the country. Founded on a deep commitment to clinical and operational excellence, we've earned recognition on prestigious workplace ranking lists such as Inc. 5000, U.S. News & World Report, and Newsweek. In fact, in 2024, Newsweek named SVP the #11 Most Loved Workplace in America, marking the company's third consecutive Top 25 ranking.
Redwood Animal Hospital is proud to serve the Redondo Beach, CA, area for everything pet-related! We are a three-doctor hospital looking for an additional team member to help our team grow and to support our growing clientele. We primarily treat dogs and cats, but do see the occasional rabbit and pocket pet! We have a fabulous location near the beach with a wonderful team. Many of our support staff members have been with us for over 10 years! We have a great workflow and even better clients, with an opportunity to be a high producer quickly. We do have boarded surgeons who come to our hospital twice a month to help with complicated surgeries. Role Summary: We are currently seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our growing team. The Veterinary Assistant is responsible for assisting Veterinarians and Credentialed Veterinary Technicians in the care of animals, the hospital, and all medical equipment and machinery. Assistants will help maintain a clean, efficient, and healthy environment for animals being treated or boarded at the hospital. The Veterinary Assistant is a crucial part of the medical team and is responsible for advocating for the patient as well as education of the clients. Role Responsibilities/Qualifications
Responsibilities: Assist DVMs and credentialed veterinary technicians with appointments, prepping patients for surgery and minor procedures, surgical assisting, and pro-actively set up for any procedures or diagnostic tests Restrain animals in a safe, efficient, and caring manner Obtain accurate vitals, obtain medical histories, and/or note any changes of patient's condition to DVM Collect and prepare laboratory samples such as fecal, urine, and ear cytologies Care and maintenance of all medical equipment including laboratory machines, surgical packs, anesthesia machines, and any other tools that are essential to daily operations Qualifications: High School diploma or GED certificate Flexible schedule including some weekend and holiday shifts Knowledge of medical procedures and animal handling Must possess strong communication skills, good judgment and be able to manage stressful situations, and work with others on a team respectfully Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds Your Benefits: Pay range of $18.00-$20.00/hour, based on experience Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Short Term Disability Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays) Teladoc - FREE doctor access 24/7 Discounted Veterinary Care EAP (Employee Assistance Program) A large network of over 10,000 veterinary professionals who all share common interest in promoting a collaborative working environment and individual career growth Opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a challenging, variety of tasks and the ability to help animals among a great team of people! Vet Tech Pathways: We believe in supporting your journey to becoming a Credentialed Veterinary Technician. For eligible teammates, we cover the costs for you to earn your credentials, opening up numerous career opportunities. About Mission Pet Health: Veterinarian-led. People-focused. Pet-obsessed. That's Mission Pet Health in a nutshell! We were founded by veterinarians who believe local practices thrive when autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence lead the way. That belief still guides everything we dofrom mentorship to medicine to how we support our teammates. Driving our award-winning culture are our WAG values Work Together, Amaze, and Grow which fuel us to drive a tangible, lasting impact for our teams, the communities we serve, and the pets we care for. Mission is one of the leading veterinary care organizations in the U.S., formed by the joining together of Southern Veterinary Partners and Mission Veterinary Partners. Our mission is to provide world-class support to hospital teams on a hyper-local basis. Our Home Office teams manage the back-end side of the business so our hospital teams can focus on what matters most the medicine and caring for their patients. We're based in Birmingham, AL, but the heartbeat of Mission is in our 850+ animal hospitals and 20,000+ teammates across the country. Founded on a deep commitment to clinical and operational excellence, we've earned recognition on prestigious workplace ranking lists such as Inc. 5000, U.S. News & World Report, and Newsweek. In fact, in 2024, Newsweek named SVP the #11 Most Loved Workplace in America, marking the company's third consecutive Top 25 ranking.