Joining Bressi Ranch Pet Hospital in beautiful Carlsbad, CA, means becoming part of a highly trusted medical family. Our mission is centered on providing exceptional patient care and fostering a supportive, educational culture where every teammate feels truly valued. Our dedication to excellence is clearly reflected in our outstanding 4.9-star Google rating, showing the deep trust the community has placed in us. This is an exciting opportunity for talented veterinary professionals who are ready to do their best work alongside dedicated colleagues committed to superior patient outcomes. We understand that your professional journey and career goals are important. While focusing on your daily clinical duties, you will be supported by a network dedicated to your success. We prioritize ongoing education and offer access to development programs that help you achieve key career milestones, whether you are pursuing credentialing as a veterinary technician or seeking mentorship to move into a leadership role. We invest in helping all our teammates succeed and grow within the veterinary profession, ensuring you have the resources needed to reach your full potential. At Bressi Ranch Pet Hospital, you will engage in high-quality, complex medicine focused strictly on small animal care. Our facility is equipped for advanced diagnostics and treatment, allowing you to expand your skills across multiple specialized areas. You will have daily opportunities to utilize state-of-the-art modalities in Orthopedics, Cardiology, Radiology, General Surgery, and Advanced Soft Tissue Surgery. We empower our doctors and technical teammates to collaborate closely, ensuring we deliver comprehensive medical solutions for the diverse cases that walk through our doors. Located in sunny Carlsbad, California, your new community provides the ideal setting for an exceptional work-life balance. Carlsbad offers world-class beaches, beautiful coastal trails, and a relaxed, upscale atmosphere unique to Southern California. When you step away from the hospital, you can enjoy the region’s renowned outdoor activities, vibrant local culture, and temperate weather, making Bressi Ranch Pet Hospital not just a place to grow your career, but a gateway to a vibrant and fulfilling coastal lifestyle.

Your Impact as a Veterinary Assistant

Provide Essential Patient Care: You'll be a key player in the health of our patients, assisting the medical team with hands-on care and ensuring every animal is treated with compassion and respect.
Be the Go-To Support for the Medical Team: You'll be the backbone of the clinic, anticipating the needs of veterinarians and technicians to ensure a smooth, efficient, and collaborative workflow.
Create a Positive Client Experience: You'll help create a seamless visit for our clients by assisting with scheduling, payments, and communications, always with a courteous and informative approach.
Ensure a Safe and Clean Environment: You'll take pride in maintaining the hospital, performing clinic upkeep and equipment maintenance to uphold our high standards of care.

What You'll Bring to the Team

A High School Diploma or equivalent.
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.
Proficiency in fundamental veterinary skills ranging from laboratory and pharmacy to nursing and radiology is a strong asset.

How You're Supported

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.

Competitive Compensation

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

Health & Wellbeing

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

Financial Security

Plan for your future with our 401k retirement options and additional financial protection benefits like Life Insurance and Disability coverage.

Commitment to Growth

We support your career goals with opportunities for professional development, including educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs.

The Power of a Network

Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration, career growth, and sharing best practices.

Valuable Perks

Enjoy discounted veterinary care for your own pets, access to an online discount platform, and free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine. We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 "Most Loved Workplace," ranked #2 in America's Top 100 and #1 in veterinary care.

Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Please contact benefits@mvetpartners.com with your request and contact information.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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