Surgery Veterinary Assistant - Part-Time

Mission Pet Health; Westfield (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

All-Star Veterinary Clinic in Westfield, IN is seeking a Surgery Veterinary Assistant to join a dedicated team. You will support surgeons and technicians during exams and procedures, perform venipuncture, take radiographs, and help with patient care before, during, and after surgery.

The role emphasizes clear client communication, accurate medical recordkeeping, and a collaborative work environment with opportunities for growth and leadership development within a full-service veterinary practice.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, 18+ years old.
• Veterinary assistant experience required; surgical/sterile environment experience is a strong asset.
• Calm, organized, and effective communication in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons and technicians with patient exams, triage, and surgical procedures.
• Clip and aseptically scrub surgical sites; assist with positioning, sterile technique, and instrument handling.
• Monitor patients during recovery and manage pain while keeping a clean, organized facility.
• Discharge patients and review post-surgical plans with clients; support front-desk tasks as needed.
• Maintain records, prescriptions, and invoices; support inventory and turnover of the surgical suite.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

At All-Star Veterinary Clinic, we treat pets like our own while holding ourselves to exceptionally high veterinary standards. Since 2003, we have proudly served the Westfield community, building trust reflected in our excellent 4.9-star Google rating. Our comprehensive approach focuses on transparency, ensuring our clients understand the exceptional care you provide both at the front desk and behind the scenes. This is an immediate opportunity for you to join a dedicated team in Westfield, IN, where you can focus on doing your best work every day. Joining All-Star Veterinary Clinic means becoming part of a supportive network dedicated to helping all teammates achieve their professional goals. We believe in providing robust internal resources, including access to educational programs and continuing development opportunities, so you can grow your skill set whether you are seeking advanced consultation support or aiming for a leadership position. We prioritize a culture of mutual support, ensuring you have the comprehensive resources necessary to succeed professionally and provide the highest level of care. We offer full-service medicine focused on addressing the complete needs of the small animal and exotic pet population in Westfield. Our services are robust, covering everything from wellness and prevention to specialized testing and diagnostics, advanced care, and surgical procedures. Crucially, we also provide urgent care services, giving you the chance to utilize your critical skill set when our community needs it most. If you are passionate about managing a complex, varied caseload and are committed to clear, open client communication, you will find an ideal setting here. Located in Westfield, Indiana, you will be serving a highly engaged and appreciative client base, evidenced by our strong community reviews and established history. Westfield is known for being a growing suburban area, providing a dynamic professional environment where high-quality veterinary medicine is greatly valued. You will find that this location offers the stability of a long-standing practice combined with the energy and opportunities presented by a rapidly expanding community.

Your Impact as a Surgery Veterinary Assistant

• 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.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• A High School Diploma or equivalent (must be at least 18 years old).
• 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.