What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant- Surgery/Sterile Processing position at Omega Veterinary Group?
Job Overview
Omega Veterinary is seeking 2 Veterinary Assistants to assist in our surgery department with a primary focus on Sterile Processing and if interested, assisting the surgical team in a more expanded role. It is an exciting time to join us as we develop our team for our upcoming surgeons joining us in April. Our surgeons specialize in innovative orthopedics with particular interest in minimally invasive procedures, arthroscopy, joint replacement and design/development of implants and instrumentation. They also perform soft tissue surgery including laparoscopy and thoracoscopy. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in Sterile Processing. We are invested in training if one does not have prior experience in the specialized equipment.
Omega Veterinary is an independently-owned specialty referral and critical care hospital. The schedule would be daytime and weekdays.
Duties
- Perform Sterile Processing for surgical instruments
- Learn maintenance and care for arthroscopy, laparoscopy equipment
- Use of and maintenance for autoclaves and plasma sterilizers
- Assist in turn over and set up of surgery suite
- If interested, may assist RVT's and Surgeons in a more expanded role
Experience
- Experience in sterile processing
Join our team where your can utilize and grow your skills while practicing top innovative medicine!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $25.00 - $34.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
Ability to Relocate:
- San Mateo, CA 94401: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $34