Veterinary Assistant, Surgery

Ethos Veterinary Health•Natick, MA

6d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Boston West Veterinary Emergency & Specialty in Natick, MA is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to join our Surgery team. This full-time Veterinary Assistant opportunity is ideal for someone looking to grow their skills in specialty medicine while working alongside Board-Certified Veterinary Surgeons and an experienced emergency and specialty team. Join a collaborative animal hospital where you’ll gain hands-on experience with advanced surgical procedures, including soft tissue, emergency, and orthopedic cases while helping deliver exceptional patient care every day.

Requirements

Experience as a Veterinary Assistant preferred; candidates eager to grow in veterinary medicine are encouraged to apply
Interest in surgery, specialty medicine, or emergency veterinary care strongly preferred
Strong communication skills with a client-service mindset
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment while staying organized and detail-oriented
Team-focused with a positive attitude and willingness to jump in wherever needed
Commitment to delivering exceptional patient care and supporting a collaborative hospital culture
Fluent English speaking and reading skills required

Responsibilities

Assist the surgery team with patient care, treatments, procedures, and diagnostics before, during, and after surgery
Support veterinarians and technicians with surgical preparation, patient restraint, anesthesia support, and recovery monitoring
Prepare treatment and procedure areas to ensure efficient patient care throughout the day
Stock exam rooms and treatment spaces with necessary supplies and equipment
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe hospital environment for patients, clients, and team members
Assist during appointments and communicate with clients both in person and over the phone with professionalism and compassion
Collaborate closely with the surgery, ER, and specialty teams to deliver high-quality patient care
Help create a welcoming and positive experience for both clients and patients during every visit

Benefits

Continuing Education & Uniform Allowance + Free VetBloom access (RACE-approved CE)
CVT/LVT/RVT license reimbursement
RECOVER Training for advanced CPR skills
Veterinary Technician Education Sponsorships + VTNE reimbursement + VTS Support
16-Week VTNE Study Group
Professional Development Assistance
PTO + Employee Pet Discount
Access exclusive financial benefits to help you save on student loans, mortgages, and personal loans
NVA Pet Resort Discount + Pet Insurance Discount
Medical, Dental, Vision + HSA/FSA Options
Insurance Options: Life and AD&D + Short & Long-Term Disability + Critical Illness + Accident + Hospital Indemnity
401(k) with employer match
Employee Assistance Program
Referral Bonuses + Potential for a bi-annual bonus tied to hospital performance