Surgery Veterinary Assistant

Ethos Veterinary Health•Cincinnati, OH

7d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Care Center located in Cincinnati, OH is searching for a Veterinary Assistant to join our outstanding surgical team! If you’re passionate about veterinary medicine, eager to learn, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to meet you. Schedule: Full-Time | Tuesday–Friday, 8am–6pm | On-call rotation required Pay Range: Competitive hourly rate $20-25/hour depending on experience Benefits Generous Benefits Package including: Medical, Dental, Vision Disability & Life Insurance Paid Time Off 401(k) with employer contribution HSA & FSA options CE and Uniform Allowance Paid License Renewal Fees Tuition Reimbursement / Assistance Employee Pet Discount About you A team player with initiative and a can-do attitude Calm under pressure and adaptable in challenging situations Passionate about animal care and committed to professional growth Skilled in communication and eager to contribute to a supportive team culture Responsibilities of this position: The Veterinary Technician Assistant supports the Veterinarians and Technicians in ensuring quality veterinary care for all patients, advocates for pets, provides client education to pet owners, and ensures a safe and efficient hospital environment.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or higher education
One year clinical experience
Must be able to lift forty (40) pounds unassisted
Patient restraint skills including, but not limited to: behavioral assessment, safe handling of fractious patients
Able to maintain focus and work in a fast-paced work environment
Adept at problem solving
Basic computer skills
Effective communication and organizational skills
A team player with initiative and a can-do attitude
Calm under pressure and adaptable in challenging situations
Passionate about animal care and committed to professional growth
Skilled in communication and eager to contribute to a supportive team culture

Responsibilities

Assist veterinarians and technicians with exams, procedures, and treatments
Monitor and provide nursing care for surgical and hospitalized patients
Perform surgical prep and ensure OR protocols are followed
Maintain surgical equipment and prepare lab samples
Deliver organized rounds and updates to the care team
Provide pet owners with clear home-care instructions and updates on hospitalized pets
Communicate effectively with team members to ensure seamless care
Ensure clean, safe, and efficient hospital operations
Maintain accurate documentation of patient care and treatments