Surgical Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Specialties Referral Center; Pattersonville (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

Veterinary Specialties Referral Center in Pattersonville, NY seeks a compassionate Surgical Veterinary Assistant. Responsibilities include safely handling patients, assisting with surgeries, and maintaining a sterile environment. Candidates must have at least 2 years in a veterinary setting and a high school diploma. Surgical experience is preferred. The position offers competitive benefits and a supportive environment for professional growth, centrally located to minimize commuting hassles.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years in a veterinary hospital setting required.
• Surgical or operating room experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely restrain and handle patients for surgery.
• Assist with diagnostic testing and anesthetic induction.
• Prepare and maintain operating rooms and surgical equipment.
• Provide intraoperative support while maintaining strict aseptic technique.
• Communicate effectively and relay critical patient updates.

Skills

Proficiency in safe handling and restraint of canine and feline patients

Strong understanding of veterinary terminology

Ability to assist with anesthesia and patient preparation

Excellent multitasking and prioritization skills

Strong communication and teamwork abilities

Calm and composed under pressure

Adaptable and committed to continuous learning

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Veterinary Assistant Certification

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

If you are motivated to provide stellar customer service to our clients and treat our patients with compassion in an environment that is committed to their best care, then we might be the right place for you! Veterinary Specialties Referral Center is a doctor-owned surgical specialty hospital located in Pattersonville, NY.

We are currenlty looking to add a surgical veterinary assistant to our team. This person will join our surgical assistant team who works side by side with our surgeons and licensed veterinary technicians ensuring patient support as appropriate, sterilizing surgical instruments, infection control, and other general support duties.

Job responsibilites (not limited to)

• Safely restrain and handle patients for technicians who are preparing dogs for surgery
• Assist with diagnostic testing, treatments, and anesthetic induction
• Prepare, clean, and maintain operating rooms, instruments, and surgical equipment
• Scrub in and provide intraoperative support while maintaining strict aseptic technique
• Communicate effectively with team members and relay critical patient updates

Experience & Education

Minimum of 2 years in a veterinary hospital setting (required)

• Surgical or operating room experience preferred
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Veterinary Assistant Certification preferred, but not required

Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in safe handling and restraint of canine and feline patients
• Strong understanding of veterinary terminology, surgical procedures, instrumentation, sterilization, and aseptic technique
• Ability to assist with anesthesia and patient preparation with strong attention to detail
• Excellent multitasking and prioritization skills in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Calm, composed, and capable of critical thinking under pressure
• Flexible, adaptable, and committed to continuous learning and professional growth

We are centrally located in Pattersonville, NY, where nobody has to fight traffic or worry about parking. We are 30 minutes west of Albany and 10 minutes to Schenectady and Amsterdam. The Capital Region of NY State is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream, and a quick train ride to NYC or Boston.

If you are compassionate, enthusiastic and interested in expanding your skills....we have the position for you!