Surgery Assistant

United Veterinary Care; Buzzards Bay (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401K

Uniform allowance

Pet insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists is seeking a full-time Surgery Assistant for our Buzzards Bay, MA location. The role supports surgeons and nurses to ensure safe, high-quality patient care in a fast-paced veterinary hospital.

Key duties include preparing the surgical area, running pre-surgical blood work, and assisting with imaging while maintaining a clean, organized environment. Prior surgical experience preferred; NAVTA-credentialed education is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience in veterinary surgery or assisting in surgical settings.
• Ability to lift and restrain pets up to 50 pounds and be on your feet most of the day.
• Ability to learn veterinary software programs effectively.
• Strong organizational skills to balance multiple tasks.
• Attention to patient care and high level of professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Support surgeons and veterinary nurses in the operating suite.
• Run in-house pre-surgical blood work.
• Set up and clean the surgical suite.
• Sterilize surgical instruments.
• Restrain pets for procedures per doctor orders.
• Keep treatment areas clean, stocked, and organized.
• Assist with diagnostic imaging.

Skills

Surgical veterinary experience

Ability to lift 50+ lbs

Clear communication

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Vet software literacy

Education

NAVTA-approved program or Associate degree in veterinary technology

Job description

Description

Position at Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists

Veterinary Surgery Assistant

Description

Position at Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists

Veterinary Surgery Assistant

Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists is seeking a full-time Surgery Assistant to join the team in our Buzzards Bay, MA, location.

About This Role

The Veterinary Surgery Assistant is a key hospital team member who supports and assists the surgeons and veterinary nurses. They ensure the safety of pets, clients, and other associates and the continuity of quality veterinary care. This opportunity is an excellent first step in growing your career in veterinary medicine.

The Surgery Assistant will

• Leverage the surgery team
• Run in-house pre-surgical blood work
• Set up and clean the surgical suite
• Clean and sterilize surgical instruments
• Restrain pets for medical treatments and diagnostics according to doctor orders.
• Ensure treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs are clean, stocked, and organized
• Assist with diagnostic imaging.
• Disinfect pet cages after use
• Laundering and restocking patient bedding using proper cleaning protocols and maintaining hospital cleanliness
• Be willing to cross-train in other areas when necessary

Salary, Schedule, and Benefits Include (but are not limited to)

• Salary range for this position is $17 to $21 hourly, commensurate with experience
• Schedule: Full-time shifts include Monday through Friday and on-call as required by the department
  • The initial training schedule may differ.
• Paid PTO and holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401K
• Uniform allowance
• Trupanion Pet Insurance with company paid premiums for two of the team member's pets
• Company Sponsored EAP

Required Qualifications

• Previous surgical veterinary experience or 6 months of experience in a veterinary hospital
• Must be able to lift and restrain pets of at least 50 pounds and work on your feet most of the day.
• Ability to learn various veterinary software programs effectively
• Ability to balance and prioritize multiple tasks appropriately
• Ability to anticipate and be detail-oriented to provide high patient care.
• Confidence in themselves, in their abilities, and their team
• Excellent clear communication skills
• Must be professional, pleasant, and engaged
• Must be attentive and demonstrate a high level of respect to referring veterinarians, clients, and co-workers

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in veterinary technology or certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program

About Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists

Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists (CCVS) is a growing specialty and emergency-critical care hospital in Buzzards Bay and Dennis, MA. With more than 20 specialists across nine specialties, our highly skilled and compassionate team works to ensure pets receive quality, gold-standard medical care. As the only emergency and specialty referral hospital serving Cape Cod and the Islands, CCVS continues to grow to keep up with the needs of our community. We are looking for enthusiastic and experienced veterinary professionals who welcome the challenge of meeting the highest standards for quality and performance while possessing a friendly and positive team-player approach.

Imagine being part of a team that not only values your growth as a professional but also supports it. At CCVS, investing in our employees' development is vital to achieving optimal patient care.