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Veterinary Doctor's Assistant

Catholic Health
Torrance, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/15/2026
Description

Veterinary Doctor's Assistant

ACCESS South Bay

Torrance, CA

Who We Are

ACCESS South Bay is one of the largest, most advanced, and progressive veterinary multi-specialty referral groups in So Cal. We are comprised of emergency, critical care, cardiology, internal medicine, neurology and surgery providing the highest level care for pets in our community.

There are multiple routes and opportunities for growth within our hospital, and organization. We have Technician Trainers to help set you up for success and continued development, work alongside you and present continuing education lectures and wet labs!

We're looking for experienced, accountable and dedicate team members to grow with us! We have a diverse and unique mix of personalities, including many "lifers" who love our practice, our people and are proud of what we have created. We work as a close-knit team with the emphasis on providing a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration.

Provide your best care with more bridges andlessbarriers.

ACCESS South Bayis looking for a Veterinary Doctor's Assistant to join us as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community. Our Doctor's Assistants work closely with our medical teams by guiding clients through their visit with ACCESS (from history taking to discharge) helping to establish the foundation for a trusting and empathetic visit.

Role Responsibilities:

  • Work closely with Board Certified Specialists and Emergency DVMs
  • Serve the critical role of being the liaison between doctors, clients and patients
  • Organize/track patient diagnostics
  • Coordinate hospitalized patient treatment
  • Prepare patient discharge reports/in-hospital updates
  • Communicate with clients, referring DVMs and pharmacies as needed regarding appointments, medical concerns, patient updates, referrals and prescriptions

Experience & Skills Requirements:

  • Have a desire to help people and their pets
  • 2 years of veterinary experience in a customer service role required
  • Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently in a clear and audible voiec
  • Friendly and professional demeanor
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Schedule flexibility

You’llGrowwithUs

Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through:

  • Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses -ThriveU
  • Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills
  • A program designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital

And, with so many locations nationwide, you can find and move into any specialty, hospital type, or environment. Join us and provide your best care at a clinic that is deeply rooted within its community and bolstered by the resources of Thrive Pet Healthcare.

Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with an hourly pay rate starting at $22-$26/hour. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Benefits – our care in action

Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members’ emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short- and long- term disability plans, we offer eligible team members:

  • Competitive pay
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health
  • Paid parental leave
  • Purr-entalleave for when you adopt a pet
  • Subsidized backup childcare and elder care
  • Expert advice, support and network discounts for fertility and family planning
  • FREE CE courses
  • Petperksand veterinary service discounts
  • Student loan support tools andassistance
  • Some benefits shown are only for full-time team members who work 30 hours or more per week. Certain Benefits may be subject to waiting periods or length of service requirements.

Salary : $22 - $26

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