Veterinary Assistant Surgery

World Class Medicine.
Purpose-Driven Partnership.

Veritas Veterinary Partners offer exciting career opportunities in state-of-the-art facilities across the U.S. Our hospitals are staffed by board-certified specialists create a collaborative environment where you can work alongside like-minded caring professionals. If youre passionate about veterinary medicine this is your chance to thrive in a dynamic high-quality setting.

At Veritas Veterinary Partners our mission is to build a network of trust and opportunity for veterinary professionals nationwide. We specialize in supporting Specialty and Emergency care hospitals aligning with your unique goals and medical standards. Veritas founded by Thomas Scavelli DVM DACVS is dedicated to recruiting top-tier talent and fostering collaboration within our community. With a focus on exceptional care we bring together highly trained veterinarians technicians and teammates committed to our patients well-being.

We believe in Truth in Medicine and Trust in Partnerships ensuring we always provide the highest standard of care. Come join us and make a meaningful impact on the community you serve.

About the job: The surgery veterinary assistant is responsible for the general nursing care and treatment of animal patients. Primary responsibilities will include assisting the surgery technicians and doctors in duties to provide support and facilitate patient careeffectiveness. The surgery assistant will perform duties and take direction from the surgery technicians and doctors.

How youll make a difference

• Preparation and set up for various surgical procedures
• Circulating and assisting in the OR
• Cleaning and disinfecting of surgical suites and the pre-op area
• Assisting with radiographs blood draws catheter placement induction of anesthesia and patient positioning in the OR
• Setting up anesthesia machines for patients filling isoflurane and changing soda lime granules as needed
• Assisting with recovery of anesthetized patients
• Cleaning and sterilization of surgical instruments and organization of surgery packs
• Use of the vacuum steam sterilizer and ethylene oxide sterilizer
• Taking inventoryplacing inventory ordersstocking the surgery department and bandage change area
• Assisting with bandage changes and appointment needs
• Assisting with admitting and discharging patients
• Client communication such as scheduling appointments and patient check ins

What you will bring

• 2 years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant
  • Preference given to candidates with experience in a veterinary specialty hospital setting
• Ability to thrive in a highly collaborative environment and build long-term relationships with colleagues clients and the community
• Reliability organization and a commitment to delivering high-level patient care
• A passion for lifelong learning and continuous improvement
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with a strong focus on client service
• Honesty integrity and a desire to have fun while doing meaningful work

Schedule: Four 10-hour shifts. Open to weekday and weekend availability

Salary:$19.00 - $22.00 / hour based on experience

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary based on experience
• Mental health support with Talkspace
• Continuing education support with CE allowance and PTO
• Reimbursement of membership and licensure fees
• 401k retirement plan options with company match
• Medical vision and dental insurance options - some plans may be paid up to 100%
• Basic life insurance provided and other voluntary insurance options available for full-time team members
• 6 weeks paid parental leave for full-time team members
• Hospital discounts as well as Pet Insurance
• Paid time off and time to enjoy it!

Veritas Veterinary Partners is an equal opportunity accordance with the requirements of all applicable federal state and local laws we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race color religion marital status age national origin ancestry physical or mental disability medical condition pregnancy genetic information gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression veteran status or any other legally protected must be authorized to work in the U.S. All current positions require the ability to speak read and write English proficiently. Additional fluency in other languages is preferred but not required.

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