What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant - Surgery position at Metropolitan Veterinary Associates?
Description
Join a hospital where your growth matters ! Our state-of-the-art 25,000-square-foot facility is home to 13 specialty departments , offering top-tier medicine and cutting-edge diagnostics. We provide unmatched opportunities to advance your skills , collaborate with leading specialists , and make a meaningful impact on pets and their families.
About the Veterinary Assistant Surgery Role
We are looking to add to our growing hospital and are in search of Veterinary Assistants with approximately a year of experience with dog and cat handling / restraint in a clinical atmosphere to join our Surgery Department. This role will also cross-train with our Sterile Processing Department.
Schedule & Compensation
Schedule : 4 10-hour shifts
Compensation : Starts at $18 / hr
What You'll Do
- Assist Surgical Department in a variety of tasks
- Assist in surgeries, procedures and appointments
- Assist nurses in patient admits and discharges
- Ensure the availability and sterility of instrumentation
- Autoclave maintenance
- Communicate with clients, and team members (verbally and written)
- Patient care responsibilities including laundry, husbandry, walking dogs, cleaning cages
- Perform digital radiographs
- Stocking of supplies in various locations throughout the hospital
- Ensure cleanliness and integrity of the hospital
Requirements
Our top tier benefits include
At MVA, YOU are our priority. If you're looking for a career where you can thrive, grow, and truly make a difference , we’d love to have you join our team!?
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Salary : $18
