Veterinary Assistant, Surgery

Ethos Veterinary Health•Houston, TX

83d•$19 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS) is seeking a highly organized, compassionate, and energetic Veterinary Surgery Assistant to join their elite team. This role is technical and demanding, requiring extensive knowledge of surgical support and advanced patient care beyond general practice. GCVS is a leader in specialized care for companion animals, operating a state-of-the-art facility with expert teams in various specialties.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of 2-year experience in general or specialty veterinary service.
Strong technical skills are essential, including: Venipuncture and IV catheter placement, Intubation/Extubation experience, Surgical preparation and assistance, Proficiency in diagnostic imaging and laboratory procedures, Experience handling and processing surgical instruments, including specialized equipment.
Adapts positively to the ever-changing healthcare environment by supporting technology and process changes.
Must possess excellent listening and interpersonal skills and problem-solving methods.
Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a surgical or specialty veterinary setting is preferred.
Fluency in multiple languages a plus!

Responsibilities

Maintain operating room cleanliness, equipment, anesthesia machines, and monitors; assist with post-procedure turnover and sterilization workflows
Assist with patient care including restraint, grooming, discharge preparation, ICU/kennel support, and client service assistance
Perform preliminary diagnostics and lab work (IV catheters, vitals, ECGs, blood/urine collection, in-house lab testing)
Prepare, calculate, document, and administer medications, CRIs, blood transfusions, and controlled substances per doctor/LVT direction
Assist with anesthetic induction, monitoring, pain management, and recovery under supervision
Provide surgical support including site prep, sterile technique, scrubbing, circulating, instrumentation handling, and minor procedures
Accurately document anesthesia, surgical procedures, treatments, diagnostics, and invoicing codes
Handle reference lab submissions (histopathology, cultures, uroliths) following proper protocols
Clean, wrap, sterilize, and organize surgical instruments and suites
Operate diagnostic imaging equipment (radiography, CT, MRI) and follow all safety standards
Perform advanced technical procedures as trained (arterial lines, nerve blocks, epidurals)