Surgery Veterinary Assistant: Hands-On Support & Growth

Avondale Haslet Animal Clinic, LLC; Haslet (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401k retirement options

Life Insurance and Disability coverage

Discounted veterinary care for your:宠物

Job summary

Avondale Haslet Animal Clinic, LLC in Haslet, TX is seeking a Surgery Veterinary Assistant to join a full-service practice focused on high-quality small animal care. You will assist surgeons and technicians with exams, triage, and procedures, while performing venipuncture, administering medications, and taking radiographs.

The role requires a veterinary assistant background, ability to lift up to 40 lbs, and a calm, organized approach in a busy setting.

Qualifications

• Veterinary assistant experience is required; experience in a surgical or sterile environment is a strong asset.
• A calm and efficient approach, with the ability to handle a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment with composure.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• The physical capability to lift and carry animals up to 40 lbs, with comfort in prolonged standing, bending, kneeling, and physical activity.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Hands-On Clinical Support: You'll assist surgeons and technicians with patient exams, triage, and surgical procedures, as well as performing venipuncture, administering oral medications, and taking radiographs.
• Prepare and Support Every Surgery: You'll prepare patients for surgery by clipping and aseptically scrubbing surgical sites, assist with positioning and restraint, support sterile technique in the surgical suite, and help with surgical pack preparation, instrument cleaning, and autoclaving/sterilization.
• Provide Post-Operative and Compassionate Care: You'll monitor patients during recovery, manage pain, and ensure patient comfort—all while maintaining a clean, organized, and sterile facility.
• Create a Positive Client Experience: You'll discharge patients, review post-surgical treatment plans, incision care, and follow-up instructions with clients, and assist with client service operations such as answering phones and scheduling appointments.
• Drive Operational Excellence: You'll accurately maintain medical records, prescriptions, and invoices using our computer systems, support surgical suite turnover between procedures, help monitor surgical supply inventory, and assist with training new teammates.

Skills

Veterinary assistant experience

Surgical/sterile environment

Strong communication

Ability to lift 40 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Avondale Haslet Animal Clinic, LLC in Haslet, TX is seeking a Surgery Veterinary Assistant to join a full-service practice focused on high-quality small animal care. You will assist surgeons and technicians with exams, triage, and procedures, while performing venipuncture, administering medications, and taking radiographs.

The role requires a veterinary assistant background, ability to lift up to 40 lbs, and a calm, organized approach in a busy setting.