Doctor's Assistant- Surgery Team

Beacon Veterinary Specialists•Fremont, CA

10d•$24 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Surgery Doctor’s Assistant provides critical support throughout the surgical process, ensuring a seamless experience for patients, clients, and the surgical team. This role demands a proactive and organized individual with a strong commitment to patient care and clinical operations.

Requirements

Proven experience in a surgical or medical setting, preferably in a specialty clinic.
Proficiency in organizational tasks and ability to work independently in a high-paced environment.
Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with the surgical team and communicate with clients.
Detail-oriented and committed to maintaining patient safety and care.

Nice To Haves

Further education in medical services or a related field is a plus.

Responsibilities

Room the client and patient, ensuring a smooth and professional transition to the exam room.
Obtain the patient’s TPR/vitals and gather a brief history from the owner if not already completed.
Collect and manage deposits from clients when necessary.
Manage the client callback log to ensure each request is met timely.
Collaborate with the remote schedulers for patient appointments, procedures, and surgeries.
Assist with department patient transfers.
Initiate and maintain the doctor’s medical record for each patient, including entering the patient’s history.
Prepare treatment or procedure estimates and ensure they are communicated to the client.
Assist with patient intake and discharge instructions for post-operative care.
Participate in rounds to know the status of hospitalized surgical patients.
Collaborate with the Surgery Lead to ensure proper staff monitoring during sedated procedures and that post-operative care is appropriately managed for patients within the hospital.