Surgical Veterinary Assistant - Hands-On Care & Prep

United Veterinary Care; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision, and life ins.

401(k)

Continuing education program

Uniform allowance

Pet insurance

On-site Veterinary Social Worker

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists is seeking a Veterinary Surgery Assistant for our Buzzards Bay team. This full-time role offers hands-on involvement in surgical patient care and the chance to learn alongside experienced surgeons and veterinary nurses.

You'll support patient preparation, instrument handling, and sterile technique, with opportunities to expand skills in anesthesia support and diagnostic imaging.

Qualifications

• Veterinary surgery experience or at least six months in a veterinary hospital.
• Attention to detail when preparing equipment and following cleaning protocols.
• Organized and able to adjust priorities as daily needs change.
• Clear, respectful communication with colleagues and clients.
• Willingness to ask questions, learn new skills, and help colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons and veterinary nurses with patient care and procedures.
• Run in-house pre-surgical blood work as directed.
• Prepare and clean surgical suites before and after procedures.
• Clean, pack, and sterilize surgical instruments.
• Assist with safe patient handling and restraint for treatments and diagnostics.
• Help with diagnostic imaging.
• Keep treatment areas, exam rooms, and laboratory spaces clean, stocked, and organized.
• Launder and restock patient bedding according to hospital protocols.
• Cross-train and assist in other areas as needed.

Skills

Surgery experience

Six months vet hospital

Attention to detail

Organization

Communication

Willing to learn

Education

Vet tech degree

NAVTA program

Job description

Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists is seeking a Veterinary Surgery Assistant for our Buzzards Bay team. This full-time role offers hands-on involvement in surgical patient care and the chance to learn alongside experienced surgeons and veterinary nurses.

You'll support patient preparation, instrument handling, and sterile technique, with opportunities to expand skills in anesthesia support and diagnostic imaging.