Specialty Surgery Veterinary Assistant

Puget Sound Veterinary Specialty & Emergency (PSVSE)

Gig Harbor, WA, US
Base: $23-$28 usd ph; bonus/equity: not specified;...
On-site
Minimum 1 year veterinary assistant experience
Assist with surgical case setup and instrument prep
Maintain surgical suite sterility and cleanliness
Puget Sound Veterinary Specialty & Emergency (PSVSE) in Gig Harbor, WA, seeks a Surgery Veterinary Assistant to support surgical procedures in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The ideal candidate should have at least one year of veterinary assistant experience and a strong desire to learn surgical skills

Job Summary

  • The role offers an opportunity to be part of surgery rather than just watching it within a fast-paced, collaborative department.
  • Employees will gain exposure to advanced procedures including orthopedic surgeries, soft tissue procedures, and emergency cases.
  • Benefits include health insurance, 401(k) with employer match, continuing education opportunities, and a paid scrub allowance.

Matching Summary

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Puget Sound Veterinary Specialty & Emergency (PSVSE) in Gig Harbor, WA, seeks a Surgery Veterinary Assistant to support surgical procedures in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The ideal candidate should have at least one year of veterinary assistant experience and a strong desire to learn surgical skills.

Salary

Base: $23-$28 USD per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, CE allowance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Minimum 1 year veterinary assistant experience
  • Assist with surgical case setup and instrument prep
  • Maintain surgical suite sterility and cleanliness
  • Patient restraint positioning and clipping
  • Scrub in and assist during procedures

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with orthopedic or soft tissue surgeries
  • Ability to work in fast-paced high-acuity environment
  • Strong attention to detail and protocol adherence
  • Team-oriented mindset with excellent communication
  • Willingness to learn and grow into surgery role

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 1 year veterinary assistant experience required
  • Surgical experience preferred or strong desire to learn
  • Ability to work flexible schedule Sunday through Tuesday

Work Rights

Not specified

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