Veterinary Assistant - Surgery

Job overview

The Veterinary Assistant - Surgery is an onsite role based in Wheat Ridge, CO, with a pay rate of $19.00 - $23.00 per hour. This role supports the surgery department in providing high-quality nursing care to animal patients. This role exists to facilitate effective patient care by assisting surgery technicians and doctors during procedures. The assistant contributes to the hospital's mission by ensuring surgical suites are prepared and patients receive compassionate recovery support.

What you'll do

• Preparation and set up for surgical procedures
• Circulating and assisting in the OR
• Assisting with radiographs and blood draws
• Setting up anesthesia machines
• Cleaning and sterilization of surgical instruments.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

wheat ridge co

veritas veterinary partners

$19-$23/hr

veterinary assistant

surgery

animal care

compassionate care

4-day work week

pet insurance

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Mental health support, CE allowance, 401k match, medical/dental/vision, 6 weeks paid parental leave, pet insurance.

Why this role

4-day work week (10-hour shifts), mental health support, CE allowance, 6 weeks paid parental leave, pet insurance.

About the employer

Veritas Veterinary Partners is hiring for this role. Industry: Veterinary Services. Sector: 54.