Career Opportunities

Join Our Team as a Cardiologist at Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center - Thousand Oaks!

Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center - Thousand Oaks (VSEC) is thrilled to invite a Full-Time Board Certified or Residency Trained Cardiologist to join our team of dedicated veterinary professionals. At VSEC, 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.

VSEC is a 24-hour specialty and emergency referral hospital located in Thousand Oaks, CA. Our facility is equipped with all of the things one needs to practice excellent medicine.

Why Thousand Oaks? Located between Los Angeles and Santa Barbara, Thousand Oaks, CA, offers a blend of scenic beauty, vibrant community life, and business opportunity. Known for its excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and extensive parks, Thousand Oaks is ideal for those seeking a balance between city convenience and outdoor living. With a strong economy, abundant recreational options, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, Thousand Oaks provides an attractive setting for professionals and families alike to live, work, and grow.

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.
• Surgery & Diagnostics: Perform and oversee surgical 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.

Position Overview: The Customer Service Representative contributes to the success of a high-performing organization committed to delivering superior care and exceptional service. Performs a range of administrative and customer service tasks, providing valuable support to the hospital.

Essential Functions:

• Provides excellent customer service in-person, over the phone, and during high-stress situations.
• Manages lobby flow, addresses concerns, calms distressed owners, and schedules appointments.
• Handles basic medical emergencies for pets and owners, ensuring safety and well-being.
• Assists with medication pickups, inquiries, and provides information about services and products.
• Inputs and manages data in practice management software, including billing and accounts.
• Assists with retail sales, weighing pets, processing faxes, and maintaining records.
• Reconciles cash drawer and performs end-of-day duties for accurate financial transactions.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required, or equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experience
• Knowledge of clerical procedures and ability to organize files and records
• Excellent customer service skills, providing courteous and prompt assistance
• Accurate cash handling and cashiering abilities
• Strong multitasking skills with attention to detail
• Flexibility in scheduling, including weekends and holidays
• Ability to work at a keyboard or workstation for extended periods and perform physical tasks such as standing, walking, climbing, and lifting animals up to 50 pounds

Join Our Team as an Emergency Veterinarian at Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center - Thousand Oaks!

Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center - Thousand Oaks (VSEC) is thrilled to invite a Full-Time or Part-Time Emergency Veterinarian to join our team of dedicated veterinary professionals. At VSEC, 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.

VSEC is a 24-hour specialty and emergency referral hospital located in Thousand Oaks, CA. Our facility is equipped with all of the things one needs to practice excellent medicine. Our Emergency Team at VSEC is supported by a team of Board-Certified Veterinary Specialists. With direct access to our Specialists, we can offer a friendly, collaborative work environment & can provide exceptional support & guidance with your emergency patients & cases.

Why Thousand Oaks? Located between Los Angeles and Santa Barbara, Thousand Oaks, CA, offers a blend of scenic beauty, vibrant community life, and business opportunity. Known for its excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and extensive parks, Thousand Oaks is ideal for those seeking a balance between city convenience and outdoor living. With a strong economy, abundant recreational options, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, Thousand Oaks provides an attractive setting for professionals and families alike to live, work, and grow.

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:

• Veterinarian degree (DVM) from an accredited college or university
• Current State Veterinary License
• Five plus years of experience in a veterinary practice
• Experience overseeing Veterinary Technicians and Assistants as well as other hospital or practice staff
• Must demonstrate a desire to continue learning in veterinary care and participate in leading staff training

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

Join Our Team as an Internist at Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center - Thousand Oaks!

Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center - Thousand Oaks (VSEC) is thrilled to invite a Full-Time Board Certified or Residency Trained Internist to join our team of dedicated veterinary professionals. At VSEC, 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.

VSEC is a 24-hour specialty and emergency referral hospital located in Thousand Oaks, CA. Our facility is equipped with all of the things one needs to practice excellent medicine.

Why Thousand Oaks? Located between Los Angeles and Santa Barbara, Thousand Oaks, CA, offers a blend of scenic beauty, vibrant community life, and business opportunity. Known for its excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and extensive parks, Thousand Oaks is ideal for those seeking a balance between city convenience and outdoor living. With a strong economy, abundant recreational options, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, Thousand Oaks provides an attractive setting for professionals and families alike to live, work, and grow.

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.
• Surgery & Diagnostics: Perform and oversee surgical 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.

Join Our Team as an Oncologist at Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center - Thousand Oaks!

Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center - Thousand Oaks (VSEC) is thrilled to invite a Full-Time Board Certified or Residency Trained Oncologist to join our team of dedicated veterinary professionals. At VSEC, 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.

VSEC is a 24-hour specialty and emergency referral hospital located in Thousand Oaks, CA. Our facility is equipped with all of the things one needs to practice excellent medicine.

Why Thousand Oaks? Located between Los Angeles and Santa Barbara, Thousand Oaks, CA, offers a blend of scenic beauty, vibrant community life, and business opportunity. Known for its excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and extensive parks, Thousand Oaks is ideal for those seeking a balance between city convenience and outdoor living. With a strong economy, abundant recreational options, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, Thousand Oaks provides an attractive setting for professionals and families alike to live, work, and grow.

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.
• Surgery & Diagnostics: Perform and oversee surgical 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.

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.

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.

Join Our Team as a Surgeon at Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center - Thousand Oaks!

Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center - Thousand Oaks (VSEC) is thrilled to invite a Full-Time Board Certified Surgeon to join our team of dedicated veterinary professionals. At VSEC, 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.

VSEC is a 24-hour specialty and emergency referral hospital located in Thousand Oaks, CA. Our facility is equipped with all of the things one needs to practice excellent medicine.

Why Thousand Oaks? Located between Los Angeles and Santa Barbara, Thousand Oaks, CA, offers a blend of scenic beauty, vibrant community life, and business opportunity. Known for its excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and extensive parks, Thousand Oaks is ideal for those seeking a balance between city convenience and outdoor living. With a strong economy, abundant recreational options, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, Thousand Oaks provides an attractive setting for professionals and families alike to live, work, and grow.

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.

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

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:

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.

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:

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.

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.