BluePearl Pet Hospital·Monterey, California
Provide nursing care to stable neurology patients, including performing physical exams and monitoring vital parameters. Handle client communications, medication refills, and assist with diagnostics and patient restraint.
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BluePearl Pet Hospital is seeking a knowledgeable and skilled Veterinary Assistant to join their Neurology department in Monterey, CA!
Pay: $21.26 - $31.45/Hr Are you a passionate assistant looking to improve your skills in the veterinary field?
Are you passionate about Neurology?!
Do you want an opportunity to work with some of the brightest veterinary professional in this industry?
We strive to provide state-of-the-art services to our patients and clients.
We are very proactive in supporting our technician team to advance their careers.
We have many specialized technicians in Anesthesia, Internal Medicine, and Emergency/Critical Care.
Applicants should have a strong knowledge base, motivation to learn, and ambition to work in a fast-paced team environment.
As a Neurology Veterinary Assistant, you will: Provide nursing care to stable patients according to hospital standards of care and core values Discharge, perform call backs and refill medications Client education, gathering histories and communicating that to the Clinician Perform physical exam; accurately count heart, pulse rate, capillary refill time, mucous membranes, temperature, respiratory rate and effort.
Understand normal vital parameters Comfortable with IVC placement and venipuncture Set up intravenous fluids.
Operate all brands of intravenous fluid pumps and can troubleshoot errors.
Restrain patients during consults and during diagnostics Why BluePearl?
Our passion is pets.
We offer Trupanion pet insurance and discounts to our associates for pet treatments, procedures, and food.
We encourage you to grow with us.
Our associates are leveled by their skillset and move up in level as they gain more skills and experience.
We are focused on developing our associates into leaders through talent development programs and leadership workshops.
As a member of Mars Veterinary Health, our associates have endless opportunities to advance in their career.
To transform and lead the industry through innovative quality medicine and care, we understand the importance of continuous learning.
We offer annual continuing education allowance, free continuing education sessions, our own BluePearl University for training, and our clinicians have access to over 2,000 medical journals.
We value your health and well-being as an associate by providing you with the following: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
Parental leave benefits Flexible work schedules 401k and retirement planning Time to reset, rewind, and reflect through our paid time off and floating holiday plans Health and well-being resources to assist with stress management, mental health awareness, compassion fatigue, burnout, communication, and conflict management skills.
We promote a family-like culture in our hospitals.
We are all in this together.
We believe in working together to lead the industry by enriching lives through remarkable care for pets.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or sponsorship transfer.
Applicants must possess unrestricted, current authorization to work in the U.S. and not require future sponsorship for an employment-based green card.
BluePearl is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
We are an equal opportunity employer and each applicant will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual or affectional preference, or gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request.
The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.
BluePearl Specialty + Emergency Pet Hospital is a national network of specialty and emergency pet hospitals.
Our hospitals are located throughout the country, most of which are open 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
Types of BluePearl Hospitals: Specialty and 24/7 Emergency Specialty & After-hours Emergency 24/7 Emergency After-hours Emergency Specialty Only Our veterinarians use innovative procedures, high-tech equipment and the latest treatment methods to provide comprehensive medical care to pets.
We combine this expertise with a love for animals and the belief that kindness is the foundation of veterinary medicine.
Applicants must have a strong knowledge base in veterinary care and the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment. Must possess unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. without future visa sponsorship.
Market context
In California, veterinary assistant roles in neurology are typically driven by specialty hospital and referral-clinic staffing needs, so openings can be competitive when they require prior veterinary knowledge and comfort in a fast-paced team setting. These roles stand out because the work is highly specialized and often includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and paid time off. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, and confirm your U.S. work authorization before applying.