Compassionate Veterinary Surgery Assistant

HumanePro; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockingham-Harrisonburg SPCA is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to help care for animals and support veterinarians and licensed veterinary technicians. The role focuses on assisting in surgery and patient handling in a fast-paced shelter environment.

You will participate in approximately 25 surgeries per day, mainly routine dog and cat procedures, and assist with more complex operations such as amputations, enucleations, and dental work as needed.

Qualifications

• Care for animals and assist veterinarians and licensed veterinary technicians during procedures.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced shelter with a strong team orientation.

Responsibilities

• Care for animals and assist veterinarians and licensed veterinary technicians during procedures.
• Assist with approximately 25 surgeries per day, mostly routine dog and cat surgeries, and support more complex procedures like amputations, enucleations, and dentals.

Job description

Rockingham-Harrisonburg SPCA is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to help care for animals and support veterinarians and licensed veterinary technicians. The role focuses on assisting in surgery and patient handling in a fast-paced shelter environment.

You will participate in approximately 25 surgeries per day, mainly routine dog and cat procedures, and assist with more complex operations such as amputations, enucleations, and dental work as needed.