Veterinary Cardiology Assistant

CVCA San Diego is opening its doors, and we're looking for skilled, compassionate Veterinary Technicians and Veterinary Assistants to join our founding team. This is a rare chance to help build a specialty cardiology hospital from the ground up and shape its culture from day one. You'll have the backing of an established leader in veterinary cardiology, and you'll help set the standard for how we care for patients, support each other, and serve our community.

Grow Your Skills in Specialty CardiologyCVCA is dedicated to excellence in advanced cardiology, supporting pets and the veterinarians who trust us with their most critical cases. You'll work hands-on with cardiac patients and advanced diagnostics, learning alongside specialists who want to see you grow. We invest in your career with continuing education reimbursement, ongoing access to educational resources, and clear paths for advancement.

Whether you're an RVT ready to deepen your specialty skills, an assistant building toward credentialing, or someone aiming for a leadership role, you'll find the support to get there and to practice at the top of your skill set.

A Culture of Teammates, Not Employees We look for teammates, not employees: people who bring humility, empathy, positivity, and professionalism to everything they do. We hold each other accountable because we're committed to each other and to our patients. Direct communication, mutual respect, and collaboration come naturally here. As part of our founding team, you'll help create that environment from the start.

Ready to Join Us?

If you're looking for a team where your skills are valued and your growth is a priority, we'd love to hear from you. Help us lay the foundation for CVCA San Diego.

Job Description

• Deliver Hands-On Clinical Support: You'll assist cardiologists and technicians with patient exams, triage, and procedures, as well as performing venipuncture, administering oral medications, and taking radiographs.
• Support Specialized Cardiac Diagnostics: You'll assist with specialized cardiac diagnostics such as obtaining ECGs, setting up Holter monitors and collecting data, and supporting blood pressure measurement while helping document findings throughout each visit.
• Prepare and Support Every Patient: You'll prepare patients for diagnostics and procedures, assist with positioning and gentle restraint, support the doctor and technician during procedures, and help with instrument cleaning, sterilization, and maintenance of cardiac equipment.
• Provide Compassionate Care: You'll provide compassionate patient care and ensure patient comfort while maintaining a clean and organized facility.
• Create a Positive Client
  
  Experience:
  
  You'll discharge patients, review treatment plans and medication administration, and follow-up care with clients, and assist with client service operations such as answering phones and scheduling appointments.
• Drive Operational Excellence: You'll accurately maintain medical records, prescriptions, and invoices using our computer systems, support exam and procedure room turnover, help monitor supply inventory, and assist with training new teammates.

• A High School Diploma or equivalent (must be at least 18 years old).
• Veterinary assistant experience is required; experience in a cardiology or specialty environment is a plus.
• A calm and efficient approach, with the ability to handle a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment with composure.
• Confidence and skill in handling pets of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• The physical capability to lift and carry animals up to 40 lbs, with comfort in prolonged standing, bending, kneeling, and physical activity.
• The ability to travel to secondary locations as required.

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

Note:

Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.

A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role.

We offer comprehensive coverage options including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for…