Veterinary Assistant, Surgery

Surgery Veterinary Assistant Location :

• Honolulu, HI Department : Surgery Schedule : Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (4 / 10’s) Employment Type : Full-Time About Us The Veterinary Emergency + Referral Center of Hawaii (VERC) is an advanced, 24-hour emergency and specialty hospital providing the highest standard of veterinary medicine across the Hawaiian Islands.
• Our team of board-certified specialists and highly trained emergency professionals work collaboratively to deliver comprehensive, progressive, and compassionate patient care.
• Supported by our state-of-the-art facility, we offer a full in-house laboratory, ultrasound, CT, MRI, and electrochemotherapy.

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Key Responsibilities Assist the surgical team in preparing patients, equipment, and the surgical suite for procedures Monitor patients before and after anesthesia under the direction of an RVT or veterinarian Prepare, label, and submit blood and other diagnostic samples for laboratory testing as directed Maintain knowledge of surgical instruments, materials, and equipment Set up and maintain sterile fields under the supervision of an RVT or veterinarian Assist the surgical team during procedures by passing instruments, maintaining a sterile environment, and providing patient support Observe and report patient vital signs and behavior to the supervising RVT or veterinarian Maintain accurate patient charts and surgical logs as directed Provide comfort and care to patients throughout the surgical and recovery process Ensure the surgical area remains clean, organized, and well-stocked at all times Support safe handling and restraint of patients during induction, recovery, and postoperative care About You Previous experience in a veterinary surgery department preferred Knowledge of surgical terminology, sterile techniques, and anesthesia protocols Skilled in anesthetic monitoring and patient support Strong communication and organizational skills Positive, professional attitude with the ability to thrive in a busy, team-oriented environment AVA (Approved Veterinary Assistant) certification preferred but not required Commitment to professional development and maintaining strong relationships with colleagues, clients, and the community Schedule Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (4 / 10’s) Full-time position Benefits VERC offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package for full-time team members, including :

Apply today to join the Surgery Department at the Veterinary Emergency + Referral Center of Hawaii and make a lasting impact on the lives of pets and their families.   Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine.