Surgical Veterinary Assistant – Growth + Mentorship

Mission Pet Health; Cornelius (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401k

Job summary

Bedrock Veterinary Specialists Cornelius is seeking a Surgery Veterinary Assistant to support surgeons and technicians in a fast-paced referral hospital environment. You will assist with exams, triage, and surgeries, and help with post‑operative care and client communication.

This on-site role requires a calm, organized professional comfortable lifting up to 40 lbs, with prior veterinary assistant experience and a focus on teamwork and patient safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, 18+ years old.
• Veterinary assistant experience required; surgical/sterile environment a plus.
• Calm, efficient under fast-paced conditions.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Hands-On Clinical Support: assist surgeons and technicians with patient exams, triage, and surgical procedures.
• Prepare and Support Every Surgery: clip and cleanse sites, assist with positioning and sterile technique, prep instruments.
• Provide Post-Operative and Compassionate Care: monitor recovery, manage pain, ensure patient comfort.
• Create a Positive Client Experience: discharge patients, review post-surgical plans, answer phones, schedule appointments.
• Drive Operational Excellence: maintain records, invoices, inventory, and train new teammates.

Skills

Clinical support

Surgical assistance

Communication

Organization

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Bedrock Veterinary Specialists Cornelius is seeking a Surgery Veterinary Assistant to support surgeons and technicians in a fast-paced referral hospital environment. You will assist with exams, triage, and surgeries, and help with post‑operative care and client communication.

This on-site role requires a calm, organized professional comfortable lifting up to 40 lbs, with prior veterinary assistant experience and a focus on teamwork and patient safety.