Veterinary Surgical Technician

Veterinary Surgery Assistant

Mission Veterinary Emergency and Specialty (MVES) is looking for a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our surgery department.  

About Veterinary Specialty Hospital:  At MVES our mission is to advance the veterinary profession through our leadership in medicine, education, business and promotion of the human-animal bond. We strive to bring together caring, warm and intelligent people who love to serve and help and are among the best in their field.

About the Role:

The veterinary assistant that we are looking for will be responsible for maintaining a clean and safe surgical department in addition to:

· Support technicians and doctors as needed

· Support other departments in the hospital as needed, leadership guided

· Safe, low stress patient restraint for catheter placement and medication administration

· Assist in smooth transition between each surgery and/or consultation

· Assisting with laboratory tests and radiographs

· Assist with the set up and break down of the operating room

· Assist in sterile procedures by opening/unwrapping sterile packs & instruments and giving them to the surgeon or surgical assistant in a sterile fashion

· Clean and sterilize surgical instruments using gas and steam sterilization techniques

· Maintaining stock & organization of equipment and supplies for surgical department

· Performing daily, weekly, and monthly department tasks and maintenance of equipment

We are looking for someone with excellent attention to detail and someone who is a team player and likes to work within a diverse group of technicians and doctors.

Days Monday - Friday  

Depending on Experience

Benefits:
* 401(k) matching
* Employee assistance programs
* Flexible schedule
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Paid time off
* Professional development assistance
* Tuition reimbursement and scholarships available toward an Accredited Veterinary Technology Programs and Practice management
* Shift Differentials
* Quarterly Bonus Program
* Uniform Allowance
* Paid Time Off
* Medical/Dental/Vision
* Short/Long term Disability
* Life Insurance
* Pet Insurance
* Generous Employee Pet Discount

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 Veterinary Health 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.