Modern Animal
Veterinary Assistant - Pasadena
Modern Animal, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Our mission is to better the lives of animals by building a place that's better for all of us who love them. We care deeply about the profession, and we are adding skilled Veterinary Assistants to work hand-in-hand with our Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians to deliver phenomenal care to our patients.
What you'll be working on:
Utilizing your skillset to the highest levelHandling and restraining pets for examsRecording accurate medical records utilizing appropriate veterinary terminologyAssisting medical team members with appointments, x-rays, lab work and other proceduresCompleting lab work as neededPerforming radiology with an understanding of appropriate fieldsCompleting medical calculations as neededUnderstanding of commonly used veterinary medicationsCleaning and upkeep as neededCollaborating closely with DVMs and coworkersCommunicating discharge instructions with ownersPerforming other duties as assigned by your team leaderGrowing and thriving in an environment of continuous learning, improvement and excellenceLiving and modeling the Modern Animal cultural vision by encouraging work/life balance, self-compassion, and a blame- and judgement-free work environmentWhy you'd be a great fit:
2+ years of experience working as a Veterinary AssistantStrong work ethicForward thinker who enjoys living curiouslyTeam player, ability to collaborateExcellent client communicationWhat you can expect from us:
Excellent medical, vision, & dental coverage with various options to choose from401k savings plan with a company matchFlexible time off & paid parental leaveFree membership to Modern Animal for pets and discounts on extra servicesContinuing education allowanceUniform allowanceFree membership to One Medical for primary careAccess to behavioral and mental health services through GingerA collaborative team who has your back and will welcome you as part of our pack
The pay range for this position is $22 - $26 per hour; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A sign-on bonus and equity grant units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. This information is provided per the California Pay Transparency Act. Base pay information is based on geographic location.
We believe an equitable and inclusive work environment and a diverse, empowered team are key to achieving our mission. We're not looking for candidates who are "culture fits." We're looking for candidates who can expand our culture and challenge business as usual. We strive to foster an environment where all staff can bring their whole selves to work, by their own definition, and we strive to provide all candidates with an equitable and accessible recruitment process.
We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or genetics.
In addition to federal law requirements, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
If we can offer accommodations for you in the recruitment process, or if you have feedback on how to make our recruiting more equitable or accessible, please let us know!
What you'll be working on:
Utilizing your skillset to the highest levelHandling and restraining pets for examsRecording accurate medical records utilizing appropriate veterinary terminologyAssisting medical team members with appointments, x-rays, lab work and other proceduresCompleting lab work as neededPerforming radiology with an understanding of appropriate fieldsCompleting medical calculations as neededUnderstanding of commonly used veterinary medicationsCleaning and upkeep as neededCollaborating closely with DVMs and coworkersCommunicating discharge instructions with ownersPerforming other duties as assigned by your team leaderGrowing and thriving in an environment of continuous learning, improvement and excellenceLiving and modeling the Modern Animal cultural vision by encouraging work/life balance, self-compassion, and a blame- and judgement-free work environmentWhy you'd be a great fit:
2+ years of experience working as a Veterinary AssistantStrong work ethicForward thinker who enjoys living curiouslyTeam player, ability to collaborateExcellent client communicationWhat you can expect from us:
Excellent medical, vision, & dental coverage with various options to choose from401k savings plan with a company matchFlexible time off & paid parental leaveFree membership to Modern Animal for pets and discounts on extra servicesContinuing education allowanceUniform allowanceFree membership to One Medical for primary careAccess to behavioral and mental health services through GingerA collaborative team who has your back and will welcome you as part of our pack
The pay range for this position is $22 - $26 per hour; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A sign-on bonus and equity grant units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. This information is provided per the California Pay Transparency Act. Base pay information is based on geographic location.
We believe an equitable and inclusive work environment and a diverse, empowered team are key to achieving our mission. We're not looking for candidates who are "culture fits." We're looking for candidates who can expand our culture and challenge business as usual. We strive to foster an environment where all staff can bring their whole selves to work, by their own definition, and we strive to provide all candidates with an equitable and accessible recruitment process.
We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or genetics.
In addition to federal law requirements, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
If we can offer accommodations for you in the recruitment process, or if you have feedback on how to make our recruiting more equitable or accessible, please let us know!