Veterinary Surgery Assistant or Technician

Hagyard Equine Medical Institute • Lexington, KY

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About The Position

The Veterinary Surgery Assistant or Technician at Hagyard Equine Medical Institute plays a crucial role in supporting veterinarians and the surgical team in a hospital setting. This full-time position involves a variety of equine health care and surgical duties, ensuring that surgical procedures are conducted smoothly and efficiently. The role requires a commitment to maintaining a clean and organized surgical environment while assisting with patient care and surgical preparations.

Requirements

• Veterinary Technician Certification (preferred for technician role).
• High school diploma or GED (required for assistant role).
• Trade school or equine experience (preferred).
• Associate's degree (for technician role).
• Entry level veterinary technician experience (for technician role).
• Six months to one year related experience and/or training (for technician role).

Nice To Haves

• Veterinary Technician License (preferred for technician role).

Responsibilities

• Review each surgeon's daily calendar for case load and procedures.
• Assist with daily restocking of medication, supply cabinets, and surgery suites.
• Assist with daily preparations of surgical packs, tables, carts, medications, drapes, etc.
• Assist with x-ray of patients.
• Assist with properly placing patients on tables for surgical procedures, specific to each surgeon's specifications.
• Clip and prepare patients' surgical sites using aseptic technique.
• Assist with any duties before, during, or after surgeries, including assisting with the needs of the surgical suite, cleaning, disinfecting, and preparing surgical packs.
• Maintain a clean/sanitary, well-organized surgery area, including recovery and treatment areas.
• Assist with the surgery center's final end of day cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing instruments.
• Interact with the surgeon(s) in a professional manner to understand their overall needs and requirements.
• Attend and participate in required staff meetings.
• Assist with special projects and additional duties as directed by the supervisor(s), surgeon(s), or a member of management.

Benefits

• Health savings account
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED