Veterinary Technician Assistant - Cardiology and Surgery

COVE Animal Health•Wayne, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about veterinary medicine and eager to refine your skills in a high-paced, surgical environment? At Metropolitan Veterinary Urgent Care and Specialty, we recognize that skilled Veterinary Assistants are vital to delivering top-notch patient care. You’ll work alongside our Surgery and Cardiology Technicians, veterinarians, and specialists, ensuring our surgical team can operate smoothly and efficiently. What You’ll Do As a Veterinary Technician Assistant - Cardiology and Surgery at MVUCS, you’ll support our veterinarian and nursing teams, ensuring smooth operations and excellent patient care. In this role, you will: Assist the Surgical Department with a variety of tasks, including setting up for surgeries, preparing equipment, assist in maintaining instrument availability and sterility, perform digital radiographs, and help during procedures Assist the Cardiology Department with patient appointments, patient restraint / monitoring, and help with diagnostic procedures Support veterinary technicians in patient admits and discharges, ensuring clients receive clear instructions and feel confident about at-home care Communicate effectively with clients and team members—verbally and in writing—to convey important updates, next steps, and relevant instructions Provide patient care, including handling laundry, husbandry duties, walking dogs, and cleaning cages to maintain a safe, comfortable environment Stock supplies in various locations throughout the hospital, keeping work areas organized and ready for immediate use Uphold hospital cleanliness and integrity, ensuring each space is orderly, sanitized, and properly equipped Anticipated Schedule This is a full-time position with the following available schedule: Tuesday - Friday: 6:30am - 4:30pm This person will spend 2 days/week with our Surgery team and 2 days/week with our Cardiology team! Compensation Starting at $19.00/hour

Requirements

Prior experience in a veterinary or animal care setting (cardiology and/or surgery-specific exposure is a plus)
A solid foundation in basic restraint, patient prep, and instrument handling
Strong communication skills, essential for working effectively with Surgery and Cardiology Technicians, veterinarians, and other team members
A calm, organized demeanor, capable of managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced surgical environment
Attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols, especially when handling instruments and patient records
A commitment to continuous learning, welcoming the chance to expand your knowledge of surgical procedures and best practices

Nice To Haves

cardiology and/or surgery-specific exposure

Responsibilities

Assist the Surgical Department with a variety of tasks, including setting up for surgeries, preparing equipment, assist in maintaining instrument availability and sterility, perform digital radiographs, and help during procedures
Assist the Cardiology Department with patient appointments, patient restraint / monitoring, and help with diagnostic procedures
Support veterinary technicians in patient admits and discharges, ensuring clients receive clear instructions and feel confident about at-home care
Communicate effectively with clients and team members—verbally and in writing—to convey important updates, next steps, and relevant instructions
Provide patient care, including handling laundry, husbandry duties, walking dogs, and cleaning cages to maintain a safe, comfortable environment
Stock supplies in various locations throughout the hospital, keeping work areas organized and ready for immediate use
Uphold hospital cleanliness and integrity, ensuring each space is orderly, sanitized, and properly equipped