Career Opportunities
Veterinary Medical and Surgical Group (VMSG) is locally operated as a proud member of the PetVet Care Centers Network.
Current Job Openings
Veterinary Medical and Surgical Group in Ventura, is looking for both part-time and full-time Client Service Representative to join our team. We are state-of-the-art veterinary referral and emergency hospital with over 33 years in our community. As a Client Service Representative you are often the first point of contact with a new client or referring veterinarian.
If you are an enthusiastic, energetic and compassionate individual with 1-2 years of veterinary reception or assisting skills, we would like to talk with you. The ideal candidate will be able to join our experienced team without missing a beat, have great communication skills, and is not afraid to juggle multiple clients at one time. Avimark experience is a major plus!
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Greet clients in a friendly, professional, and efficient manner
- Answer multi-line phone system and direct the calls accordingly
- Obtain medical and other information from referring vets
- Schedule and confirm appointments
- Notify appropriate departments that patients have arrived
- Scan medical records
- Make sure the lobby and reception areas are organized and neat, including stocking and cleaning the beverage areas for clients
- Fax, file, and distribute faxes and other documents
- Obtain deposits and other payments from clients
- Use email system
Position duties include:
- Triaging clients, scheduling appointments and managing the reception area
- Receiving and handling high-volume telephone calls
- Patient intake and discharge
- Constant communication with our doctors, technician team, and pet owners
Successful candidates will:
- Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Have a strong work ethic
- Be inquisitive, ask questions, and know how to utilize their resources
- Be a self-starting individual of integrity who is adaptable and accountable
- Have a flexible schedule
- Have a love of people and their pets
The requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent
- Must have at least three years of customer service experience
- Ability to work weekends and holidays
- Have strong typing skills and a polished telephone etiquette
- At least two years of previous veterinary experience
We offer competitive pay and benefits including:
- Paid Time Off
- Highly subsidized health insurance plans
- Uniform allowance
- Schedules to Balance Work, Life, and Family
- Employee Discounts
PetVet Care Centers, Inc. is one of the nation’s leading operators of veterinary hospitals for companion animals. The company operates over 450 hospitals across multiple states and employs over 11,000 people including over 800 veterinarians. Since its inception, PetVet has been structured around a model that is focused on developing a partnership between the hospitals and the company and providing the highest quality medicine and service.
PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V
PetVet respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. Please see our privacy notice for additional information about our data practices.
Veterinary Medical and Surgical Group in Ventura, California is searching for Experienced Emergency Veterinarians to join our thriving practice. We are offering flexible schedule options, 3 to 4 days per week, 10 to 12 shifts per 4 weeks, you name it we are flexible! We are prepared to offer competitive base salaries starting at $200,000, plus a high percentage quarterly production bonus with no deficit carryover. We gladly offer generous Signing bonuses for a multi-year commitment, retention & Relocation bonuses are also available! This hospital has amazing earning potential & a solid team!
Looking for Relief? If relief shifts are what our looking for, we can offer great Relief Rates & Travel Reimbursement.
VMSG currently provides the following specialty services, Surgery, Neurology, Cardiology, Dentistry and Emergency Medicine. We are eagerly seeking to find the most qualified, highly trained veterinarians and specialists, to expand our veterinary emergency & specialty capabilities and growing demand of patient care needs. Your skill, compassion & expertise will be utilized to provide the best emergency medicine in Ventura. You will be supported and mentored by our experienced Criticalist, Dr. Trevor Enberg. Find out more about our hospital by visiting www.vmsg.com/
VMSG was founded with a vision of providing the highest possible standard of care in veterinary medicine and surgery. This philosophy has resulted in an unparalleled level of quality and medical treatment. Our doctors and technicians provide expert medical care to ensure our patients receive the treatment and care they deserve. Hear what our clients are saying https://vimeo.com/224543942
Our 16,000-square-foot specialty center is set up for you to practice your best medicine. Our emergency veterinarians can utilize our in-house labs, specialized pharmacy, and separate emergency & critical care treatment area with the latest equipment to assist in providing exceptional emergency treatment, life-saving procedures & supportive care. When immediate emergency surgery is warranted, our 3 surgical suites include the most advanced surgical, anesthesia & monitoring equipment available. In addition, VMSG is also equipped with advanced diagnostic equipment including ultrasound, C-Arm, 64-slice CT, MRI, and two digital radiology suites. We are also supported by skilled Radiologists for radiographic interpretation & recommendations. At VMSG we are devoted to providing the best medical, surgical, emergency and critical care available, through Quality, Integrity, Compassion, and Service. We are proud to be welcoming Oncology services this summer. Come join this fantastic team!
Ventura lies along U.S. Route 101 & the Pacific Ocean, between Los Angeles and Santa Barbara. It is a vibrant town that checks stress at the door, maintains an artistic culture, and offers activities to fit all interests. The downtown area features numerous restaurants, shops, wine bars, and the internationally acclaimed Rubicon Theatre Company. Events are always happening in town, including street festivals, running and cycling events, fisherman’s markets, and even whale watching. Ventura is an exciting location for a variety of outdoor activities such as kayaking, paddle boarding, sailing, surfing, and more. If you would rather stay dry, no problem, as biking, hiking, and camping opportunities are endless.
At VMSG-Ventura we take the health and well-being of our employees seriously, offering flexible working conditions and encouraging a well-rounded work/life balance. We offer a great compensation package, including a competitive salary, monthly production bonus, signing/retention bonus, health insurance, 401K, PTO, generous CE allowance, additional PTO for CE, and reimbursement for membership and license fees. Please take a virtual tour of our hospital (https://vimeo.com/224968041) and if this sounds like a team you want to be a part of, please email your resume to Sonni Nevarez, RVT at snevarez@petvetcarecenters.com or apply at https://www.petvetcareers.com/.
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PetVet Care Centers, Inc. is one of the nation’s leading operators of veterinary hospitals for companion animals. The company operates over 450 hospitals across multiple states and employs over 11,000 people including over 800 veterinarians. Since its inception, PetVet has been structured around a model that is focused on developing a partnership between the hospitals and the company and providing the highest quality medicine and service.
PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V
PetVet respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. Please see our privacy notice for additional information about our data practices.
Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) - Oncology Department – Ventura, California
At Veterinary Medical and Surgical Group, we acknowledge and value our Registered Veterinary Technicians. They are educated, skilled, credentialed individuals who are compassionate and care deeply for our patients. They play a significant role in the success of our organization and the health of our patients. As such, VMSG believes in recognition and competitive compensation for our RVTs by providing:
- Annual Continuing Education allowance including additional PTO for C.E.
- Annual state licensure reimbursement
- Customized training plans to assist them in successfully meeting their career goals
- Support and guidance from board-certified technicians
- Access to our VTS Mentorship and financial assistance with the Penn Foster/PetVet Academy program
- Eligibility for our Support Staff Referral Bonus Program
- Leadership opportunities
VMSG Ventura is growing and expanding! If you are looking for a new and exciting work environment where your education and advanced skillset are appreciated and where you can continue growing in your career, VMSG may be right for you!
If you've never worked in specialty medicine before but have an interest in expanding your knowledge and increasing your skill set, that's great! Many of our most accomplished technicians did not have specialty experience prior to joining VMSG - we love training new team members and supporting anyone interested in growing their career!
Qualifications and Skills
- Veterinary Technician License in California, or have an active license in another state that qualifies you to be eligible for licensing
- At least two years of Veterinary experience as a RVT, or Assistant prior to licensure
- A flexible schedule that allows the ability to stay late on occasion to help with emergencies
- The ability to handle stressful or emergent situations in a calm and supportive manner
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
Additional Benefits Offered
- Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays Off
- Annual allowance for scrubs and other VMSG apparel
- Employee discounts on pet services, medications, and lab work
About Us: To learn more about VMSG, visit our website at www.vmsg.com or our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/vmsgventura/ Please take a virtual tour of our hospital (https://vimeo.com/224968041) If this sounds like a team you want to be a part of, apply at https://www.petvetcareers.com/.
PetVet Care Centers, Inc. is one of the nation’s leading operators of veterinary hospitals for companion animals. The company operates over 450 hospitals across multiple states and employs over 11,000 people including over 800 veterinarians. Since its inception, PetVet has been structured around a model that is focused on developing a partnership between the hospitals and the company and providing the highest quality medicine and service.
PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V
PetVet respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. Please see our privacy notice for additional information about our data practices.
Veterinary Medical and Surgical Group in Ventura, California is looking for an Internist to join our amazing team. Newly trained Residents are encouraged to apply. An established clientele and caseload is waiting for the right candidate. We are offering an incredible package including a guaranteed base salary plus a tiered production plan with industry-leading production rates. This great opportunity has an earning potential of up to $300,000. In addition, we are offering a generous sign-on bonus and relocation assistance up to $50,000 (if needed) along with an extremely competitive benefits package.
VMSG was founded with a vision of providing the highest possible standard of care in veterinary medicine and surgery. This philosophy has resulted in an unparalleled level of quality and medical treatment. Our doctors and technicians provide expert medical care to ensure our patients receive the treatment and care they deserve. Our clinicians value work-life balance and attention to self-care and mental well-being.
Our beautiful 16,000 square foot specialty center is set up for you to practice your best medicine, utilizing our in-house labs, C-Arm, 64 slice CT, 1.5 T MRI, ultrasound, and two brand new digital radiology suites. We have full endoscopic capabilities, including fiber optic endoscopy and bronchoscopy. Our specialties include surgery, neurology, cardiology, dentistry and an experienced team of emergency veterinarians. We practice in a collaborative & friendly environment and enjoy mentoring new clinicians. You can find out more about our hospital at https://www.vmsg.com/.
Ventura lies along U.S. Route 101 between Los Angeles and Santa Barbara and is described as the “land of eternal spring”. It is a vibrant town that checks stress at the door, maintains an artistic culture, and offers activities to fit all interests and is considered a safer haven for social distancing than some of the surrounding cities. The downtown area features numerous restaurants, shops, wine bars, and the internationally acclaimed Rubicon Theatre Company. Events are always happening in town, including street festivals, running and cycling events, fisherman’s markets, and even whale watching. The city is famous for the quality and frequency of perfect surfing conditions. If you would rather stay dry, no problem, as hiking and camping opportunities are endless.
At VMSG-Ventura we take the health and well-being of our employees seriously, offering flexible working conditions and encouraging a well-rounded work/life balance. We offer a great compensation package, including a competitive salary, monthly production bonus, signing/retention bonus, assistance with student loan reimbursement, health insurance, 401K, PTO, generous CE allowance, additional PTO for CE, and reimbursement for membership and license fees. Please take a virtual tour of our hospital (https://vimeo.com/224968041) and If this sounds like a team you want to be a part of, please email your resume to Sonni Nevarez at snevarez@petvetcarecenters.com or apply at https://www.petvetcareers.com/.
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PetVet Care Centers, Inc. is one of the nation’s leading operators of veterinary hospitals for companion animals. The company operates over 450 hospitals across multiple states and employs over 11,000 people including over 800 veterinarians. Since its inception, PetVet has been structured around a model that is focused on developing a partnership between the hospitals and the company and providing the highest quality medicine and service.
PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V
PetVet respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. Please see our privacy notice for additional information about our data practices.
Position Overview: The veterinary assistant provides support to the veterinarians and technicians in their daily tasks by cleaning and maintaining equipment, feeding, exercising and grooming patients, preparing and sanitizing surgery suites, restraining and handling patients, and clerical and administrative work. They deliver quality care for all patients and provide exceptional service.
Essential Functions:
- Provide compassionate care to all patients
- Greet patients and their owners as they arrive and show them to an examining room, taking the patient's weight and other vital signs upon arrival
- Triage patients, perform physical exams, treatments, and administer medication as directed by the licensed veterinary technicians (LVT's).
- Calm and soothe anxious patients
- Assist doctors and technicians with the administration of medications or with patient restraint
- Perform laboratory tests and take radiographs
- Operate and maintain hospital equipment, including EKG, fluid pump, syringe pump, scales, anesthetic monitors, and machines, etc.
- Fill prescriptions, calculate and administer medications, maintain proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
- Feed patients as prescribed by the attending doctor or as the client has requested; record appetites; recognize and report any unusual conditions or abnormal behaviors
- Communicate in a positive manner with clients and ensure that they feel comfortable leaving their pet(s)
- Educate clients about insurance, wellness, and medicinal plans
- Maintain the cleanliness of the hospital each day; clean equipment, kennels, and facilities using chemicals and supplies; ensure the safe use of chemicals; complete laundry
- Bath and care for patients who stay overnight; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed prior to their release
- Adhere to the hospital's safety and wellness regulations
- Understand and carry out oral and written directions
- Maintain accurate medical records
- Show up for work regularly; full-time presence at work is essential for every shift
- Promote hospital products and services and support the organization
- Respond respectfully with urgency to directions given by Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT).
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the Manager; may have other assigned duties if working in a specialty area (i.e., dentistry, surgery, emergency, radiology, cardiology, neurology, internal medicine, etc.)
Additional Functions: Assignment to the areas below may include the following additional job functions:
Cardiology:
- Assists in collecting and submitting laboratory samples
- Ability to learn to identify common and acquired cardiac disorders and arrhythmias
- Sets up and calibrates transducers/physiographs to measure intracardiac and intravascular pressures
- Understands the basic physiology and engineering of pacemakers
Dentistry:
- Assists with dental cleanings, polishing, and intraoral radiographs
- Assists with dental procedures and oral surgery
Dermatology:
- Assists with performing ear cleanings and minor flushes
- Obtains skin scrapes and tape samples
- Prepares skin and ear cytology
- May induce and monitor anesthesia under direction and supervision
- May place intravenous catheters
- May prepare and administer medications, intravenously, orally, and topically
Emergency:
- Assists veterinarians with a variety of emergency procedures and critical care situations
- Cleans wounds and applies casts or bandages
- Give injections and takes blood samples
- May have to be on call in the intensive care unit
Internal Medicine:
- Researches general wellness and preventative medicine for animals
Neurology:
- Assists with various technical procedures including intravenous catheter placement, venipuncture, IV injections, wound management, drug administration assistance, bandage care, vital sign monitoring, intubation, surgery support, and various routine diagnostic Electromyography (EMG) testing
Oncology:
- Assists veterinarians with patient assessment, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures
- Provides empathy, comfort, and unparalleled nursing care to all patients and serves as a strong patient advocate during the patient's hospitalization
- Provides client communication and education on various oncology disease processes
Ophthalmology:
- Assists veterinarians with ocular exams
- Assists with diagnostic testing (Schirmer Tear Testing, Tonometry, Ocular Ultrasounds, Electroretinogram testing, etc.)
Radiology:
- Assists veterinarians with providing high-quality diagnostic imaging services to inpatient, outpatient, surgical, and emergency patients
Surgery:
- Provides extensive surgical assistance by preparing patients, 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
- Animal Restraint and Safety – uses sound judgment when handling patients and always takes appropriate precautionary steps when needed
- Communication – uses effective and appropriate methods of interacting with others
- Team Orientation – works cooperatively with the team to address tasks and accomplish goals
- Dependability – demonstrates responsibility in completing all job tasks
- Cleanliness Standards – consistently follows sanitization and sterilization policies and procedures
- Energy and Productivity – completes tasks quickly and thoroughly without prompting
- Time Management – manages time and prioritizes work tasks effectively
- Technical Skills and Learning – keeps up-to-date with new technical skills and knowledge in the field
- Care and Use of Equipment – takes appropriate steps to perform operation checks and maintenance of equipment
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- One or more years' experience in a veterinary environment successfully performing all of the duties of this position
- Vet Tech (VTNE) Certification preferred
- Experience with surgical monitoring, radiology, dental prophylaxis, and client education preferred
- May consider an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experience
Position Requirements:
- Maintains current knowledge in the field of expertise and actively seeks opportunities for continuing education and skill improvement.
- Ability to restrain animals, fill prescriptions, and monitor sedation procedures
- Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors
- Requires knowledge of hospital procedures, policies, and services; client and patient treatment protocols; hospital computer systems; and the standard procedures, records, and terminology used in a veterinary hospital.
- Must be flexible with scheduling and able to work some weekends and holidays
- 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.
- This is a strenuous job that requires a lot of lifting, cleaning, and constant motion. May involve 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)
Additional Information: The list of essential functions, as outlined in this job description, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of any job function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.
PetVet Care Centers, Inc. is one of the nation’s leading operators of veterinary hospitals for companion animals. The company operates over 450 hospitals across multiple states and employs over 11,000 people including over 800 veterinarians. Since its inception, PetVet has been structured around a model that is focused on developing a partnership between the hospitals and the company and providing the highest quality medicine and service.
PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V
PetVet respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. Please see our privacy notice for additional information about our data practices.
Veterinary Medical and Surgical Group is a 24-hour small animal multi - specialty referral veterinary practice located in Ventura with doctors specializing in Surgery, Neurology, Emergency & Critical Care, Oncology, Cardiology and Dentistry. VMSG provides specialty veterinary care that is incomparable in quality and service.
We are currently seeking skilled veterinary assistants in the following area:
Oncology Department
For preferential consideration:
- 2 years minimum
- Specialty or emergency hospital understanding with the ability to implement
Position Requirements:
- Proficiency in all aspects of basic and advanced veterinary care
- Attention to detail and strong communication skills required
- Ability to thrive in a fast paced environment
Full time benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, 401K, continuing education, uniform allotment, vacation, sick leave and discounts on pet care. We have a great Penn Foster Scholarship program! We want to support you and encourage you to further your education.
PetVet Care Centers, Inc. is one of the nation’s leading operators of veterinary hospitals for companion animals. The company operates over 450 hospitals across multiple states and employs over 11,000 people including over 800 veterinarians. Since its inception, PetVet has been structured around a model that is focused on developing a partnership between the hospitals and the company and providing the highest quality medicine and service.
PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V
PetVet respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. Please see our privacy notice for additional information about our data practices.
Why Consider Our Ventura Hospital?
At Veterinary Medical and Surgical Group (VMSG), our team members all share the same passion for making and keeping animals healthy.
Our hospital truly is an excellent place to work, with a highly skilled team focused on 'best in practice' veterinary care.
We are very supportive of individuals looking to grow their veterinary careers and look forward to hearing from you.
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We invite you to explore your veterinary career options with Veterinary Medical and Surgical Group (VMSG), where you'll be a respected member of a team that loves animals and values the contributions from every individual on the team.- Veterinary Medical and Surgical Group (VMSG) Team