Veterinary Care Assistant – Orthopedic Surgery Dublin

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support the delivery of high-quality patient care. Responsibilities include assisting with diagnostic procedures, managing surgical preparations, and maintaining clinical spaces. Candidates should have strong skills in veterinary care and communication, and the ability to lift at least 50 pounds. The role offers regular hours in a supportive medical environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to recognize normal versus abnormal biological values.
• Proficiency in obtaining vital signs on stable patients.
• Comfortable documenting information in medical records.

Responsibilities

• Assist with diagnostic imaging procedures.
• Support surgical preparation and maintenance.
• Communicate with clients and assist with patient discharge.

Skills

Understanding of biological parameters

Animal restraint techniques

Veterinary patient care practices

Strong communication skills

Job description

Overview

Screen reader users may encounter difficulty with this site. For assistance with applying, please contact [e-mail]. If you have questions while submitting an application, please review these frequently asked questions. The College of Veterinary Medicine’s Veterinary Medical Center is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join the Dublin Orthopedic Surgery Care team.

The successful candidate will support the delivery of high-quality patient care by assisting faculty and technical staff with patient assessment, treatment, and general care.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with diagnostic imaging procedures (radiology and CT)
• Performing in-house biochemical laboratory testing
• Supporting surgical preparation, including scrubbing into the operating room and assisting with sterile procedures
• Cleaning, preparing, and maintaining surgical instruments
• Opening and closing operating suites
• Maintaining cleanliness and organization of clinical and surgical spaces
• Supporting inventory management and stocking supplies
• Filling prescriptions
• Communicating with clients and assisting with patient discharge

Qualifications / Requirements

The role requires a strong understanding of biological parameters, including the ability to recognize normal versus abnormal values, as well as proficiency in animal restraint techniques and veterinary patient care practices. Candidates must be comfortable obtaining vital signs on stable patients and accurately documenting information in the medical record. Strong communication skills are essential.

Additional responsibilities include maintaining a clean and efficient work environment, which may involve tasks such as dust mopping, wet mopping, laundry, and trash removal. The position requires the ability to lift at least 50 pounds and successful completion of a background check.

Details

• Location: Veterinary Medicine - Dublin (2544)
• Position Type: Regular
• Scheduled Hours: 40
• Shift: First Shift
• Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.