Surgery Veterinary Assistant

MedVet • Carmel, IN

2d

About The Position

MedVet is a fast-growing emergency and specialty provider with practices nationwide, delivering advanced medical treatments and innovations. The Surgery Veterinary Assistant joins a fast-paced surgery team that offers training in multiple facets of the department and interaction with other hospital teams. The role requires strong communication to coordinate between surgeons and clients and to provide post-operative care instructions. The assistant supports patient care and surgery preparation, clinical documentation, scheduling, client conversations, and operating-room and instrument upkeep. MedVet emphasizes Teamwork, Leadership, and Compassion in its work with clients, patients, and teammates.

Requirements

• Prior veterinary experience required.
• Proficiency in calculations, including drug calculations, constant rate infusions, and unit conversions.
• Flexibility with work hours and ability to work additional hours when necessary.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• State Registered Veterinary Technician license preferred.
• Previous surgery experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Manage appointments, obtain patient histories, maintain medical records, process invoices, and discharge patients.
• Fill medications, enter charges, maintain accurate medical records, and schedule appointments.
• Create patient releases and navigate client conversations about treatment plans and financial obligations.
• Prepare patients for surgery, including shaving, scrubbing, and positioning; assist with intubation and radiographs.
• Perform blood draws and submit bloodwork.
• Ensure documentation is accurate and complete.
• Open, turn over, and clean operating rooms; clean instruments and wrap packs.
• Communicate between surgeons and clients and deliver post-operative care instructions.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits.
• Vision and dental insurance.
• HSA, FSA, and Independent Care Spending.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Shift differentials and on-call pay.
• Uniform allowance.
• Employee pet discounts and pet insurance.
• Elective short-term disability, life, and accident insurance.
• Company-paid long-term disability.
• Continuing education opportunities and assistance program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed