Veterinary Internal Medicine Assistant — Emergency Care

Horizon Veterinary Specialists; Montalvo (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Paid Bereavement

Parental Leave

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Bonus

Pet Discounts

Job summary

Horizon Veterinary Specialists in California is seeking a skilled Doctor's Assistant to join the Internal Medicine team. The DA will support doctors with records, scheduling, client communication, and daily task management in a fast-paced, 24/7 emergency environment.

We value compassionate care, teamwork, and growth, with opportunities for training and development. Pay is $24–$28 per hour, with comprehensive benefits and eligibility for background checks as part of hiring.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in emergency/specialty veterinary setting preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Proficient with Windows, email, Teams, and MS Office.
• Familiar with practice management software (EzyVet, Smart Flow).
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Review daily IM schedule and prepare patient records.
• Update inpatient and outpatient records and assist with estimates and billing.
• Assist doctors with triaging messages and daily tasks.
• Coordinate with IM supervisor and staff on workflow.
• Prepare discharge instructions and assist with medications.

Skills

Emergency hospital experience

Medical records management

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

EzyVet

Smart Flow

MS Office / Windows

Job description

Horizon Veterinary Specialists in California is seeking a skilled Doctor's Assistant to join the Internal Medicine team. The DA will support doctors with records, scheduling, client communication, and daily task management in a fast-paced, 24/7 emergency environment.

We value compassionate care, teamwork, and growth, with opportunities for training and development. Pay is $24–$28 per hour, with comprehensive benefits and eligibility for background checks as part of hiring.