Full-Time

Veterinary Assistant

Posted on 1/17/2025

Modern Animal

Modern Animal

201-500 employees

Pet care with telemedicine and clinics

Consumer Software
Healthcare

Compensation Overview

$22 - $26Hourly

+ Sign-on Bonus + Equity Grants

Mid

Los Angeles, CA, USA

Category
Veterinary Professionals
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
Requirements
  • 2+ years of experience working as a Veterinary Assistant
  • Strong work ethic
  • Team player, ability to collaborate
  • Excellent client communication
Responsibilities
  • Utilizing your skillset to the highest level
  • Handling and restraining pets for exams
  • Recording accurate medical records utilizing appropriate veterinary terminology
  • Assisting medical team members with appointments, x-rays, lab work and other procedures
  • Completing lab work as needed
  • Performing radiology with an understanding of appropriate fields
  • Completing medical calculations as needed
  • Understanding of commonly used veterinary medications
  • Cleaning and upkeep as needed
  • Collaborating closely with DVMs and coworkers
  • Communicating discharge instructions with owners
  • Performing other duties as assigned by your team leader
  • Growing and thriving in an environment of continuous learning, improvement and excellence
  • Living and modeling the Modern Animal cultural vision by encouraging work/life balance, self-compassion, and a blame- and judgement-free work environment
Desired Qualifications
  • Forward thinker who enjoys living curiously

Modern Animal provides a combination of in-person and telemedicine services for pet care. Their approach allows pet owners to access veterinary care conveniently and affordably. The telemedicine aspect includes 24/7 availability for video consultations with veterinary technicians, enabling immediate advice and assessment, especially in urgent situations. Alongside this, Modern Animal operates physical clinics for in-person care, ensuring pets receive comprehensive healthcare. The company stands out from competitors by offering a membership model that grants access to both telemedicine and in-clinic services at reasonable prices, resulting in significant savings for customers. The goal of Modern Animal is to make veterinary care more accessible and convenient for pet owners, ensuring their pets receive the necessary healthcare when needed.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$159.5M

Headquarters

Culver City, California

Founded

2019

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

3%

2 year growth

2%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Pet telemedicine is gaining traction as a cost-effective solution for pet owners.
  • Subscription-based models in pet care are becoming more popular and accepted.
  • Modern Animal's expansion plans include new clinics in Houston Heights and Lakewood.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from digital-first veterinary startups could impact market share.
  • Rapid expansion may strain resources and affect service quality in new markets.
  • Reliance on a membership model could be risky if perceived value decreases.

What makes Modern Animal unique

  • Modern Animal offers a unique blend of in-person and telemedicine services.
  • The company uses a membership model for steady recurring revenue and customer access.
  • Modern Animal's app provides 24/7 virtual care and in-app prescription requests.

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Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental coverage

401k with a company match

Flexible time off

Paid parental leave

Free membership and discounts

Access to behavioral and mental health services

WFH stipends