Veterinary Technician - Neurology

ACCESS San Fernando Valley; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCESS San Fernando Valley is looking for a Neurology Veterinary Technician to provide high-quality care for pets. The role involves supporting veterinarians in surgeries, maintaining medical records, and guiding fellow team members. With competitive pay and opportunities for professional growth, you can develop your career in a nurturing environment.

Benefits

Paid time off including 8 weeks of full-pay parental leave

Top-tier medical, dental, and vision insurance

PetPerks including free exams and discounts

Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions

401k with employer contribution

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years veterinary technician experience, ER/Specialty preferred.
• Comfortable caring for dogs, cats, or other animals needing emergency or urgent care.
• Enjoy working as a key team member providing high-standard patient care.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care.
• Assist with surgeries and procedures in accordance with your state's Veterinary Practice Act.
• Maintain relevant, comprehensive medical records.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Compassion

Integrity

Job description

Veterinary Technician – Neurology

Los Angeles, CA

Who we are

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

There are multiple opportunities for growth within our hospital and organization. We have Technician Trainers to support your success and offer continuing education lectures and wet labs!

Provide your best care with more bridges and fewer barriers.

ACCESS San Fernando Valley is seeking a Neurology Veterinary Technician to join us as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community.

As a Veterinary Technician, you’ll play an important role in pets’ lives by providing comprehensive care for our patients. Your work will range from hands-on care, facilitating outpatient treatments, performing laboratory tests, to support services including admitting and discharging patients.

Role Responsibilities:

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
• Assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow.
• Assist with surgeries and procedures in accordance with your state's Veterinary Practice Act for credentialed veterinary technicians.
• Communicate with clients about pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and treatments.
• Maintain relevant, comprehensive medical records with practice systems.
• Obtain health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts.
• Use safe restraining techniques, follow protocols, and keep treatment areas clean and organized.
• Guide, mentor, and support fellow team members.

Experience & Skills Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years veterinary technician experience, ER/Specialty preferred.
• Enjoy working as a key team member providing high-standard patient care.
• Comfortable caring for dogs, cats, or other animals needing emergency or urgent care.
• Embody our core values: service, compassion, integrity, and quality.

You’ll Grow With Us

We offer opportunities to develop your career through comprehensive learning programs, including:

• Our extensive, free library of continuing education courses - ThriveU
• Live, virtual workshops to develop leadership skills
• A program to teach the fundamentals of running a pet hospital
• Earn your AVMA-CVTEA Accreditation through our accredited distance learning program
• Scholarship opportunities and tuition reimbursement

With locations nationwide, you can find and transition into any specialty, hospital type, or environment. Join us to provide your best care at a community-rooted clinic supported by Thrive Pet Healthcare.

Benefits – Our Care in Action

We provide benefits supporting your mental, physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing, including:

• Paid time off including 8 weeks of full-pay parental leave, bereavement leave, and time off for pet adoptions.
• Top-tier medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• PetPerks including free exams, discounts, and more at all Thrive locations.
• Subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets.
• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions.
• 401k with employer contribution and no waiting period.
• Incentive programs, performance bonuses, and continuing education support.
• Scholarship and student loan support programs.

Compensation: $20 - $33/hour. The actual rate will consider your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate diversity and strive for an inclusive culture where all team members belong and feel empowered.