Equine Surgeon's Assistant - Bluegrass Equine Surgery

PetVet Care Centers; Versailles (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team Member Discounts

Emotional wellbeing support

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers’ Bluegrass Equine Surgery in Versailles, Kentucky, seeks an Equine Surgeon's Assistant to provide comprehensive support to the surgeon and team. Hours are Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week, with responsibilities spanning surgical, ambulatory, and administrative tasks.

The role requires patient care, strong teamwork, and the ability to handle dynamic farm-call and hospital environments. Compensation is hourly based on experience, with benefits included.

Qualifications

• Experience in equine care or veterinary support is preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide calendar management for the Surgeon.
• Assist during surgery as needed and prepare sterile surgical sites.
• Take vital measurements and assist with diagnostic procedures.
• Maintain and drive the surgeon's vehicle for farm calls.
• Gather patient history and proper information for forms and records.
• Promote teamwork and smooth clinic operations.
• Complete duties as assigned to support the practice.

Skills

Equine handling

Calendar management

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

PetVet Care Centers' Bluegrass Equine Surgery is currently seeking an Equine Surgeon's Assistant to join their team!
At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

You care for pets. We care for you.

Position Overview

Join our team as an Equine Surgeon's Assistant who is responsible for providing comprehensive support to the Surgeon. They deliver quality care for all patients and provide exceptional service.

Bluegrass Equine Surgery (BES) in Versailles, Kentucky, is an equine veterinary practice providing exceptional client service and primary medical care in the central Kentucky region. We are building a new, diverse, supportive, and driven team.

Hours: Monday-Friday, hours vary, 40 hours per week

Reports to: Surgeon, Surgery Operation Manager

Department: Surgery

Location: Hospital and Ambulatory

Compensation: Hourly, based on experience, includes benefits

DUTIES

General

• Provide sophisticated calendar management for Surgeon.
• Anticipate needs and help make executive decisions with Surgeon and Surgery Operations Manager
• Act as a liaison and provide support to the Surgery Operations Manager and Administrative Department
• Complete a broad variety of organizational tasks that facilitate the Surgeon’s ability to effectively lead the organization
• Work closely with the Surgeon to keep them well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, following up appropriately.
• Model professionalism and ethical practices

Surgery

• Organize with surgery team - setups for surgery and positioning of patients for surgery
• Assist during surgery as needed
• Complete sterile prep of surgery sites
• Clean wrap and sterilize packs
• Restrain patients as needed
• Take vital measurements on patients
• Take blood for laboratory procedures
• Scrub, clean, rinse, and bandage wounds
• Take x-rays
• Gather medical history and proper information for Coggins, fill out forms, take pictures, identify markings

Ambulatory

• Maintain Surgeon’s work vehicle
• Drive work vehicle on daily farm call route
• Facilitate efficiency during farm call setup and breakdown.
• Gather proper information for billing
• Take x-rays, assist with exams and lameness injections.

Other

• Promote cooperative working environment among staff members; understand the value of teamwork; show enthusiasm and willingness to perform as necessary to help the practice function as a unit.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Maintain positive, cooperative relationships with other employees
• Promotes continuous quality improvement
• Performs other duties as assigned

Experience

• Work exposure to all aspects of an equine business enterprise
• Ability to read horse body language and perform advanced handling of horses and foals
• Self-motivated lifelong learner
• Work well independently and as part of a team
• Client/Customer service background

PERSONAL

• Feel and express a genuine liking for animals and for working in an animal-care environment
• Work under the broad general administrative supervision of the owners and doctors, and use sound personal judgment in selecting methods, establishing priorities, and arriving at conclusions
• May be required to work uncommon hours, overtime, and be subject to recall in emergency situations
• Be flexible in attitude and work habits

Schedule

• Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week (Full-Time)
• Ideally would be flexible, willing to step in on extra days if needed

What We Offer

We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 400 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you’re providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

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