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About the Role
Animal Specialty Center (ASC) is seeking compassionate and motivated Surgery Assistants to join our Surgery team. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain hands-on experience in veterinary surgery while working alongside experienced technicians, specialists, and surgeons in a fast-paced specialty environment.
Responsibilities
- Prepare surgical patients for procedures including clipping and cleaning surgical sites
- Safely handle and restrain surgical patients
- Perform laboratory diagnostics and assist with imaging procedures
- Transport patients safely between wards, treatment areas, and surgical suites
- Set up and prepare surgical suites for procedures
- Maintain proper handling of sterile equipment and supplies (Ability to perform aseptic and sterile techniques)
- Provide assistance to veterinarians and veterinary technicians during procedures
- Communicate with clients as directed
- Make and present estimates to clients for diagnostics, treatments, surgery and/or hospitalization
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required
- Veterinary experience preferred but not required
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and kneel for extended periods
Skills
- Aseptic techniques
- Sterile techniques
Education Level
- High school diploma or GED
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Comprehensive benefits
- 401(k)
- PTO
- Sick time
- Uniform allowance
- Employee pet care discounts
- Paid training
- Continuing education opportunities
- CE stipend
- CE days
- Access to learning resources
- Tuition sponsorship
- Veterinary Technician license reimbursement
About the Company
- Supportive team environment with experienced mentors
- Exposure to emergency, critical care, and specialty medicine
- Hands-on learning and growth opportunities
- Fast-paced, rewarding work making a difference for patients and families