Career Opportunities

Ambassador Dog & Cat Hospital has been in the community for more than 30 years. We strive to provide quality care for our patients. Along with seeing young puppies and kittens for their routine rounds of vaccinations, we also take care of geriatric pets, critical care and emergencies needing bloodwork, x-rays and hospitalizations.

Our surgeons can perform soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries along with dentistry. We are a mentorship hospital and provide mentorship in general practice, surgery, and urgent care. We work closely with our new graduates and have an experienced support team that has been together for more than 10 years. With a team of older and younger vets and experienced staff, we can provide diverse support at the hospital for a new graduate.

At Ambassador Dog & Cat Hospital, we take the health and well-being of our employees seriously offering a well-rounded work/life balance and a great compensation package. Our team of professionals is not only dedicated to their work but also helpful and hardworking, always willing to go the extra mile to ensure that our clients receive the best possible care. We strongly believe in maintaining a supportive culture within our workplace and are committed to providing a work environment that fosters both personal and professional growth. We firmly believe that a happy and healthy staff leads to better outcomes for our clients. 

What We Offer: 

• Competitive salary: $140,000 – $180,000 (negotiable based on experience)
• Production based bonus structure
• No negative accrual and no non-compete!
• Generous sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Flexible scheduling with work-life balance
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education including reimbursement and time off for CE & license fees and more.
• Full benefits package, including but not limited to: Health, dental, vision, disability and liability insurance
• 401k with company contribution
• Employee pet care discounts

Los Angeles is a dynamic, world-class city known for its diversity, creativity, and endless opportunities. From its iconic beaches and scenic hikes to its thriving arts, entertainment, and culinary scenes, LA offers something for everyone. Living and working in Los Angeles means being part of a dynamic, pet-loving community with endless opportunities for adventure and connection. As a major hub for animal welfare, LA offers a strong network of veterinary professionals, innovative clinics, and access to top-notch continuing education. With its year-round sunshine, diverse neighborhoods, world-class dining, and proximity to beaches, mountains, and entertainment, Los Angeles provides an unbeatable lifestyle for those passionate about both animal care and quality of life.

If this sounds like a team you want to be a part of, please email your resume to Jasmine Fishpaw at jfishpaw@petvetcarecenters.com.

Ambassador Dog & Cat Hospital is currently seeking a Lead Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join their team!

Position Overview:

A working supervisor who performs the duties of medical technical staff (e.g., technicians and assistants) as well as scheduling and supervising the staff of the assigned department. Expedites the care and efficiency of the department. In charge of patient care standards for the department. Must lead the team by example, demonstrating organizational skills, following company policies, and maintaining a professional attitude.

Essential Functions:

• Supervise technicians and other medical personnel in the assigned department, evaluating performance (introductory and annual), reviewing time reporting, enforcing company policies, and communicating new practices and policies regarding technical duties; participate in the selection and discipline of staff.
• Schedule staff according to departmental needs, monitoring and regulating hours worked by staff, ensuring proper coverage in times of shortage.
• Administer the standard schedule for staff.
• Train new staff in their responsibilities; mentor all staff regarding performance and training needs.
• Perform the duties of a technician or assistant, as scheduled.
• Liaison with other departments and supervisors regarding patient care and hospital operations; resolve issues, as needed.
• Oversee cleaning, stocking, and inventory duties for the department.
• Exhibit confidentiality and professionalism in all regards for employee issues; be proactive in the approach to issue resolution.
• Keep hospital management informed of any issues or risks that might impact operations or employee relations; work with the management team to resolve.

Qualifications:

• Must be a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) in the state of California.
• Relevant experience in a veterinary setting.
• High School Diploma or the equivalent.
• Veterinary Technician Registration or equivalent experience.
• High level of competence in the complete range of veterinary technician skills.
• Working in a team environment.
• Customer Service.
• Attention to detail.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Supervisory skills, including performance management, feedback, and communications.
• Staff scheduling skills.
• Professionalism and ability to properly handle confidential information.

Schedule:

• Full-Time, Day Shift
• Monday through Friday from 9am-6pm

Competencies:

• Leadership skills.
• Time management.
• Organization skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Multi-tasking and setting priorities.
• Empathy.

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.

Ambassador Dog & Cat Hospital is currently seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join their team!

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.)

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
• At least 3 years of experience in a veterinary environment successfully performing all of the duties of this position
• May consider an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experience

Schedule:

• Full-Time, Day Shift
• Monday through Friday from 9:30am-6pm
• Rotating Saturday schedule from 8am-6pm

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.