Veterinary Assistant - Surgery

Veritas Veterinary Partners; Wheat Ridge (CO); On-site; USD 26,174 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k retirement plan options with company match

Medical, vision, and dental insurance options

6 weeks paid parental leave

Job summary

Veritas Veterinary Partners in Wheat Ridge, CO, is seeking a Veterinary Assistant - Surgery to provide care and support during surgical procedures. The ideal candidate will assist surgery technicians and doctors, ensuring excellent patient care and maintaining a clean environment.

This role requires experience as a Veterinary Assistant and a positive outlook. The position offers a competitive hourly salary of $19-$23 based on experience and includes various benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience working as a Veterinary Assistant is preferred.
• Providing empathy and unparalleled nursing care to all patients.
• Positive outlook and ability to work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and setup for surgical procedures.
• Support and facilitate patient care effectiveness.
• Ensure the cleanliness and sterilization of surgical instruments.

Skills

Veterinary Assistant experience

Empathy and patient care

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Education

AVA Certification or current enrollment in a veterinary program

Job description

Veterinary Assistant - Surgery

About the job: The surgery veterinary assistant is responsible for the general nursing care and treatment of animal patients. Primary responsibilities will include assisting the surgery technicians and doctors in duties to provide support, and facilitate patient care effectiveness. The surgery assistant will perform duties and take direction from the surgery technicians and doctors.

How you’ll make a difference

• Preparation and set up for various surgical procedures
• Circulating and assisting in the OR
• Cleaning and disinfecting of surgical suites and the pre-op area
• Assisting with radiographs, blood draws, catheter placement, induction of anesthesia, and patient positioning in the OR
• Setting up anesthesia machines for patients, filling isoflurane, and changing soda lime granules as needed
• Assisting with recovery of anesthetized patients
• Cleaning and sterilization of surgical instruments and organization of surgery packs
• Use of the vacuum steam sterilizer and ethylene oxide sterilizer
• Taking inventory, placing inventory orders, stocking the surgery department and bandage change area
• Assisting with bandage changes and appointment needs
• Assisting with admitting and discharging patients
• Client communication, such as scheduling appointments and patient check ins

What you will bring

• Experience working as a Veterinary Assistant, AVA Certification and confidence in surgery duties preferred; will also consider those currently enrolled in veterinary program
• Providing empathy, comfort, and unparalleled nursing care to all patients and their owners
• Positive outlook, ability to work in a highly collaborative environment, and commitment to develop long-term relationships with colleagues, clients, and community
• Excellent communication and organizational skills and the ability to deliver exceptional client service is expected.
• Honesty, integrity, and a desire to learn and have fun!

Schedule

Four 10-hour shifts

Salary

$19.00 - $23.00 / hour based on experience

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary based on experience
• Mental health support with Talkspace
• Continuing education support with CE allowance and PTO
• Reimbursement of membership and licensure fees
• 401k retirement plan options with company match
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance options - some plans may be paid up to 100%
• Basic life insurance provided and other voluntary insurance options available for full-time team members
• 6 weeks paid parental leave for full-time team members
• Hospital discounts as well as Trupanion Pet Insurance
• Paid time off and time to enjoy it!

Location

10140 W 44th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033

Base Pay

$19 - $23 USD

Veritas Veterinary Partners is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws, we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. All current positions require the ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently. Additional fluency in other languages is preferred but not required.