Veterinary Assistant - Santa Monica

The role

You will utilize your Veterinary Nurse license to record medical records, complete lab work, and perform radiology. You will also perform medical calculations, log controlled medications, and communicate discharge instructions with owners.

What you will do

• Utilizing your Veterinary Nurses license to the highest level
• Recording accurate medical records utilizing appropriate veterinary terminology
• Completing lab work as needed
• Performing radiology with an understanding of appropriate fields
• Completing medical calculations as needed
• Understanding of veterinary pharmacology
• Logging controlled medications
• Cleaning and upkeep as needed
• Collaborating closely with DVMs and coworkers
• Communicating discharge instructions with owners

Required qualifications

• Successfully completed the VTNE

Nice to have

• Enthusiasm for Surgery/Anesthesia
• Forward thinker who enjoys living curiously
• Team player, ability to collaborate
• Desire to practice compassionate, high quality medicine
• Excellent client communication

Benefits

• Medical, vision, & dental coverage
• 401k savings plan with a company match
• Flexible time off
• Paid parental leave
• Free membership to Modern Animal for your pets and discounts on extra services
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance
• Free membership to One Medical for primary care
• Access to behavioral and mental health services through Ginger

About the company

Modern Animal is on a mission to better the lives of animals by building a place that’s better for all of us who love them.