Veterinary Operating Room Assistant

Massachusetts Veterinary Referral Hospital, located in Woburn, MA, is looking for a full-time Operating Room Assistant to join the team. This is an entry level position and a great opportunity to join our team of caring and compassionate professionals. We offer benefits starting on your first day!

The Central Sterile/Pack Room is the center of all activity involving the cleaning and sterilizing of supplies and equipment needed for veterinary specialty surgery and other patient care areas. It is responsible for the cleaning, sterilization, set-up and break-down of all surgical instruments, equipment and maintaining gas and gravity sterilizers. This position is vital in maintaining sterile conditions for all surgeries performed within our specialty hospital. Pack room Attendants interact with personnel from all areas of the hospital and support multiple teams.

Essential Functions

• Collaboration with department supervisors to ensure adequate sterile supplies for daily case load
• Decontaminating, inspecting, assembly, wrapping, sterilization and distribution of surgical supplies and equipment to appropriate areas
• Disinfecting and setting up surgical suites
• Use of steam and ETO sterilizers
• Equipment maintenance and inspection
• Instrument inspection and maintenance
• Inventory control
• Monitoring of expiration dates on sterile equipment and supplies
• Routine testing of autoclaves and reporting of results
• Disinfection of linens for use in the OR
• Scheduled detailed cleaning tasks of equipment, ORs, and packroom to maintain proper cleanliness standards of a surgical area

Skills and Experience:

• Excellent interpersonal, influential and organizational skills
• Must show initiative and ability to prioritize workloads under stressful situations
• Motivated to work independently and in team settings
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Ability to work efficiently while maintaining a high attention to detail
• Knowledge of surgical instrumentation, processing, and sterilization is preferred
• CRCST/CBSPD and/or experience in a veterinary specialty surgical service preferred but not required

Compensation:

• $16 - $21 pending skills assessment leveling

Schedule:

What You Can Expect

• We Believe in Your Success: Embrace continuous growth with our specialized training programs.
• Excellence in every aspect of our service: We pride ourselves on delivering a high-quality level of medicine that surpasses expectations. Our commitment to incredible patient care ensures that every animal receives the attention and treatment they deserve.
• Friendly/Inclusive Culture: Step into an environment where mutual respect and kindness thrive. We're committed to ensuring that every team member feels not just welcomed, but valued!

• CE Allowance
• Uniform Allowance
• Paid Time Off
• RECOVER Training
• Holidays = DOUBLE TIME
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Employee Pet Discount
• Access to VetBloom for RACE-approved continuing education and training
• Partnership with Purdue Veterinary Technology program, including scholarships
• License application and renewal reimbursement for CVTs.
• Financial support and onsite mentorship for those pursuing VTS certification
• One-time VTNE Reimbursement

Did you know?
We are a Level 1 24-hour emergency/critical care and specialty veterinary hospital!

This is the highest rank a veterinary emergency and critical care facility can achieve. This certification represents a third-party verification by the Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society (VECCS) that Mass Vet meets the standards for their highest rating.

About Mass Vet
Spanning across a sprawling 42,000 square feet, our state-of-the-art hospital is equipped with cutting-edge facilities designed to cater to every aspect of a patients medical needs. From our dedicated ambulance bay for emergency situations to multiple treatment wards, over 20 exam rooms, digital radiography suites, MRI and CT suites, and advanced operating rooms, we spare no effort in providing a comprehensive array of services.

We offer a veterinary compounding pharmacy, joint replacement and orthopedic surgical services, neurosurgery suite, and an oncology center. Our hospital provides referral services in the specialties of Acupuncture, Anesthesia and Pain Management, Cardiology, Diagnostic Imaging, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Ophthalmology, Oncology, Social Work, and Surgery.

Join a community where your passion for veterinary care meets limitless opportunities for professional and personal growth. Mass Vet Referral Hospital awaits your brilliance!

Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.

Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, Ethos provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
 
Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.

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