Student Surgery Crew - LA

University of Georgia; Kentucky; On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking a Student Surgery Crew - LA to support after-hours emergency surgery as a circulating assistant in the Large Animal Surgery Department. This role requires handling large animals, precision in sterile technique, and teamwork within a busy veterinary setting.

The position starts 08/31/2026 with after-hours and some weekend shifts, offering hands-on experience in a respected veterinary hospital.

Qualifications

• Comfortable working with Large Animals (Horses, cows, sheep, etc.).
• Properly handle and restrain various species of animals.
• Effectively communicate with team and stakeholders.
• Work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Set up surgical suite for emergency surgery.
• Position animal on surgical table with assistance from surgery team.
• Complete preparation of surgical site and sterile technique.
• Assist with circulation nurse duties and recovery of animals.
• Clean and disinfect rooms, surgery tables, and equipment according to protocol.
• Set up room for next surgery.

Skills

Animal handling

Communication

Job description

Student Surgery Crew - LA

Posting Number: G/R33995P

Working Title: Student Surgery Crew - LA

Department: VetMed-VTH Large Animal Hosp

Employment Type: Employee; Additional Schedule Information: After 5:00pm, Some weekends.

Advertised Salary: $14 per hour

Anticipated Start Date: 08/31/2026

Closing: Open Until Filled

Position Summary

The Large Animal Emergency Surgery Assistant is utilized after-hours and on weekends to act as a circulating assistant in the Large Animal Surgery Department.

Responsibilities

• Set up surgical suite for emergency surgery.
• Position animal on surgical table with assistance from surgery team.
• Complete appropriate preparation of surgical site.
• Perform closed sterile gloving technique.
• Assist with preparation of sterile donning of surgical gowns for surgery team.
• Perform duties of circulation nurse.
• Assist with placing animal in recovery after surgery.
• Clean and disinfect rooms, surgery tables, and mats according to protocol.
• Clean and run instruments in washer after surgery.
• Clean and properly disinfect equipment used.
• Set up room for next surgery.

Minimum Qualifications

• Comfortable working with Large Animals (Horses, Cows, Sheep, etc.).
• Properly handle and restrain various species of animals.
• Effectively communicate.
• Work in a fast‑paced environment while demonstrating excellent customer service, high degree of confidentiality, and openness to teaching and providing consultation to a variety of stakeholders.

Physical Demands

• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Sit, stoop, bend intermittently during the day on hard floor surfaces.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to accurately work with small, delicate pieces of equipment or large heavy objects/containers/machinery.
• Wear all protective gear including mask, gloves, gown, hairnet, safety goggles, etc.
• Work for long periods of time with arms extended.
• Work within an environment that has high levels of animal sounds, bodily fluids that need disposal, and open wound management.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check, confirmation of credentials and employment history, and any applicable credit check. The applicant may also be subject to a pre‑employment drug test for high‑risk responsibilities.

Contact Information

Name: Drew Clements
Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]

EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or other protected status.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents