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Doctor's AssistantPETS FIRST VETERINARY HOSPITAL • Thousand Oaks, CA, US
Doctor's Assistant

Doctor's Assistant

PETS FIRST VETERINARY HOSPITAL • Thousand Oaks, CA, US
9 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits :

  • 401(k) matching
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Free food & snacks
  • Free uniforms
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Profit sharing
  • Training & development

ABOUT US :

Pets First is an appointment-based urgent care / ER bridging the gap between general practice and traditional emergency hospitals. We offer low-cost hospitalization when appropriate and emergency dental care (with RVT-supported radiography and prophylaxis within RVT scope). We collaborate closely with board-certified veterinary specialists criticalists, surgeons, internists, cardiologists, and dentists to elevate patient outcomes and team learning.

SCHEDULE :

  • Soft Open : January 9, 2026 June 2026
  • Operating FriMon, 11 : 00 a.m.9 : 00 p.m. during soft open

  • Expansion : Transition to 57 days / week with the Grand Opening in June 2026
  • Opportunity for a fixed or rotating schedule at expansion, based on team preferences and hospital needs

    COMPENSATION : $22$30 / hour to start, based on skills and experience

    BENEFITS AND PERKS

  • Flexible Scheduling
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • Structured Training & Development
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Revenue-Sharing
  • Premium Health Insurance (HMO or PPO)
  • 401(k) Matching
  • Employee Pet Insurance
  • Culture-driven, supportive working environment
  • RESPONSIBILITIES

    Exam-Room & Clinical Coordination (under DVM / RVT supervision)

  • Room patients and obtain thorough histories ; capture vitals (TPR / weight / pain score) and update EMR
  • Scribe in real time during exams; enter orders, charges, and treatments accurately
  • Prepare the doctor and RVT for diagnostics / procedures ; assist with patient flow and case prioritization
  • Coordinate estimates, consents, and discharge instructions ; review with clients alongside the DVM / RVT
  • Arrange rechecks, imaging, external lab work, and referrals ; ensure records are complete and sent
  • Client Communication & Phones

  • Answer phones and perform call triage using decision trees; schedule and set expectations with empathy
  • Provide clear explanations of diagnostics, treatment plans, and home-care (with DVM / RVT guidance)
  • Conduct timely follow-ups on results, recheck reminders, and post-visit welfare checks
  • Support issue resolution professionally, escalating to the DVM / RVT / Manager as appropriate
  • Operations & Team Support

  • Maintain accurate, timely EMR documentation , forms, and medical records transfers
  • Assist with inventory support (stocking, counts, expirations) and exam-room readiness
  • Uphold safety and compliance (OSHA / Cal-OSHA, radiation safety, privacy)
  • Contribute to a positive, dependable, team-first culture; participate in trainings and case reviews
  • QUALIFICIATIONS

  • Experience in veterinary client service, assistant, or medical scribe role preferred (GP, urgent care, ER)
  • Excellent communication , empathy, and service mindset; calm and organized under pressure
  • Strong EMR / computer proficiency; fast and accurate typing for live scribing
  • Comfortable learning basic clinical support tasks under supervision; low-stress handling fundamentals a plus
  • Able to lift ~4050 lbs safely and stand for extended periods
  • Evening / weekend availability within the schedule above
  • Pets First Veterinary Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. All medical decisions are made by veterinarians; duties remain within the appropriate California scope of practice and are performed under DVM / RVT supervision.

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