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. We care deeply about the profession, and we are looking for a talented Senior Veterinary Assistant to join our growing team!
Meet Your Team:
Meet, Alex! Your friendly neighborhood Sr. Clinic Manager for the Manhattan Beach & Playa Vista locations at Modern Animal. Passionate about creating a clinic culture where feedback is a gift, Alex believes in open communication and fostering an environment where every team member feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work—whether that means lending a helping hand, sharing ideas, or having a little fun! Our dedicated staff works tirelessly to ensure every animal receives the best possible care, and we do it by always staying curious, & communicating with care. Whether it’s stepping in to help a colleague or sharing knowledge to solve complex cases, our team thrives on working together. We’ve created a culture where everyone’s input is valued, feedback is always welcome, and we support each other both professionally and personally. Hard work and compassion are at the core of everything we do, and our shared goal is simple: to provide exceptional care for pets while fostering a positive, uplifting environment where our team can learn and grow together. Simply put, at Playa Vista and Manhattan Beach, we care for animals and each other, and that’s what makes us special. When not wrangling patients, or building unstoppable teams, you’ll find Alex belting out karaoke jams, crafting killer cocktails, or tending to a garden that’s just a few plants shy of a rainforest. Dedicated to animals, teamwork, and making work feel like family, Alex brings a lot of heart, humor, and realness to the clinic every day
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What You’ll Be Working On:
- Acting as a "center of excellence," demonstrating advanced medical skills.
- Leading and coordinating medical procedures, ensuring efficient and high-quality delivery of care.
- Recording accurate medical records using appropriate veterinary terminology.
- Performing lab work, radiology, and medical calculations with a deep understanding of veterinary pharmacology.
- Logging controlled medications and ensuring compliance with all regulations.
- Collaborating closely with DVMs and team members, taking the lead in managing workflow and prioritizing tasks.
- Communicating discharge instructions with pet owners, offering clarity and compassion in all interactions.
- Taking ownership of your development by seeking out challenging cases to expand your skill set and sharing your expertise with colleagues.
- Leading end-of-day reviews and summarizing key learnings and action items for team improvement.
- Living and modeling the Modern Animal cultural vision by promoting work/life balance, self-compassion, and a judgment-free work environment.
- Acting as a Modern Animal brand ambassador, including implementing local marketing efforts to grow your clinic membership base as needed.
Why You’d Be a Great Fit:
- Demonstrated advanced skills in surgery, anesthesia, and complex medical procedures.
- A forward thinker with a learner's mindset, always seeking opportunities for growth.
- A team player who enjoys collaborating with and mentoring junior coworkers.
- Committed to practicing compassionate, high-quality medicine and excellent client communication.
- Strong ability to lead and manage workflows, ensuring the clinic operates smoothly and efficiently.
What You Can Expect from Us:
- Excellent medical, vision, & dental coverage with various options to choose from.
- 401k savings plan with a company match.
- Time off & paid parental leave.
- Free membership to Modern Animal for your pets and discounts on extra services.
- Uniform allowance and free membership to One Medical for primary care.
- Access to behavioral and mental health services through Ginger.
- A supportive, collaborative team environment where your growth and development are a priority.
The pay range for this position is $24 - $30 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.
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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!