What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant - Surgery position at Encore Vet Group?
Veterinary Emergency and Referral Group (VERG) is looking for a Veterinary Surgical Assistant to join our team. The Surgical Assistant plays a crucial role by providing support to the surgery team by preparing operating rooms and suites, ensuring proper care and handling of surgical equipment, and maintaining a safe and sterile surgical environment. Come learn, work hard, and enjoy being a part of a fun-loving team bringing optimum medical care to our clients and patients.
\n- Flexible Schedules that allow a REAL work-life harmony, typical schedules for this position would be four-10 hour shifts per week.
- Competitive Compensation
- Wellness Care- Medical, dental, vision (start on your first day), 401(K) with company match, HSA,FSA, scrub allowance, petcare discounts, and so much more
- A place to grow: Our commitment to training and growing from within means you’ll have the opportunity to grow your skills and knowledge as well as providing a path for advancing your career.
- A team to support you: At each shift, you’ll find colleagues ready to work together — we’ll be here when you need an extra hand, a moment to laugh, or a shoulder to cry on.
- Prepare, setup and breakdown the operating room including arranging surgical instrumentation
- Prepping patient tables
- Cleaning and sterilizing surgical equipment
- Preparing surgical packs
- Cleaning of the operating room
- Stocking of the operating room
- Assist the veterinary surgical team as needed
- A love for animals and a passion for the veterinary field
- experience working in a surgical environment, veterinary industry preferred
- knowledge of sterile techniques preferred
- experience with steam and gas sterilization processes preferred
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- A compassionate, attentive, positive and respectful attitude
- A collaborative spirit- a willingness to support the team, be flexible and dependable
- A strong ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- An ability to manage time and priorities with minimal direct supervision
- A willingness to work non-traditional hours such as weekends, evenings, and a share of holidays
Learn More About us:
Website: https://www.verg-brooklyn.com/
FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/VERGBrooklyn/
Ready to join our team? Apply today! Send your resume and cover letter. Let’s connect so we can see how you can make a difference at VERG!
VERG Brooklyn is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Salary : $21 - $27
