Veterinary Assistant - Surgery

Veritas Veterinary Partners•Wheat Ridge, CO

1d•$19 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The surgery veterinary assistant is responsible for the general nursing care and treatment of animal patients. Primary responsibilities will include assisting the surgery technicians and doctors in duties to provide support, and facilitate patient care effectiveness. The surgery assistant will perform duties and take direction from the surgery technicians and doctors.

Requirements

Experience working as a Veterinary Assistant, AVA Certification and confidence in surgery duties preferred; will also consider those currently enrolled in veterinary program
Providing empathy, comfort, and unparalleled nursing care to all patients and their owners
Positive outlook, ability to work in a highly collaborative environment, and commitment to develop long-term relationships with colleagues, clients, and community
Excellent communication and organizational skills and the ability to deliver exceptional client service is expected.
Honesty, integrity, and a desire to learn and have fun!
Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently.

Nice To Haves

Additional fluency in other languages is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Preparation and set up for various surgical procedures
Circulating and assisting in the OR
Cleaning and disinfecting of surgical suites and the pre-op area
Assisting with radiographs, blood draws, catheter placement, induction of anesthesia, and patient positioning in the OR
Setting up anesthesia machines for patients, filling isoflurane, and changing soda lime granules as needed
Assisting with recovery of anesthetized patients
Cleaning and sterilization of surgical instruments and organization of surgery packs
Use of the vacuum steam sterilizer and ethylene oxide sterilizer
Taking inventory, placing inventory orders, stocking the surgery department and bandage change area
Assisting with bandage changes and appointment needs
Assisting with admitting and discharging patients
Client communication, such as scheduling appointments and patient check ins

Benefits

Highly competitive salary based on experience
Mental health support with Talkspace
Continuing education support with CE allowance and PTO
Reimbursement of membership and licensure fees
401k retirement plan options with company match
Medical, vision, and dental insurance options - some plans may be paid up to 100%
Basic life insurance provided and other voluntary insurance options available for full-time team members
6 weeks paid parental leave for full-time team members
Hospital discounts as well as Trupanion Pet Insurance
Paid time off and time to enjoy it!