Veterinary Surgical Assistant (Army Vet Tech)

U.S. Army Medical Command; Catania; On-site; EUR 31,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

401k

Paid personal time off

Job summary

The U.S. Army Medical Command is seeking an Animal Health Assistant at the Sigonella Veterinary Treatment Facility. The role involves assisting the veterinarian during surgical procedures, including preparing surgery packs and monitoring anesthesia to ensure patient safety.

Army NAF benefits and on-base facilities are available, with health and life insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, federal holidays, and more. Applications close 2026-10-27.

Responsibilities

• May assist veterinarian to prepare for and during surgical procedures, including preparing surgery packs, scalpel blades, and suture material.
• Monitoring a patient using an anesthetic machine.

Job description

The U.S. Army Medical Command is seeking an Animal Health Assistant at the Sigonella Veterinary Treatment Facility. The role involves assisting the veterinarian during surgical procedures, including preparing surgery packs and monitoring anesthesia to ensure patient safety.

Army NAF benefits and on-base facilities are available, with health and life insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, federal holidays, and more. Applications close 2026-10-27.