Experienced Veterinary Assistant or Technician - Surgical

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Pony Express Veterinary Hospital is truly where compassion meets excellence! Whether our patients have paws, claws, or hooves...we care for them like our own. At our core, we are passionate animal lovers who happen to be highly skilled small, mixed and equine veterinary professionals. We love all our patients like our own, and everything we do is about caring for them in the best possible way. We train, we learn, we evolve, and we focus on how to help them live the longest, happiest, healthiest life possible. Here, our patients and clients only get our best, every single time. We love this community in Xenia, and we are deeply inspired by the love that our community shares with its animals. Here, it doesn't matter how big or small our patients are, since our passions know no size. At Pony Express, we are always here to protect and treat them with the highest level of care.

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Veterinary Assistant or Technician to join our dedicated team. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about animal care and has a strong background in veterinary surgery.

We are specifically looking for a candidate who can confidently lead and manage the surgical element of our practice , including preparation, monitoring, and post-operative care. The ideal candidate will have :

• Proven experience in veterinary surgical procedures
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with veterinarians
• Strong technical skills in anesthesia, surgical prep, and recovery
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities
• A commitment to compassionate, high-quality care

Additionally, this position uses sound judgment when making decisions about patient care, responds quickly and calmly to emergencies, and maintains high standards of patient care. This person communicates clearly with the veterinarians, other practice personnel, and clients to ensure that patients receive the care they need. Assistants are friendly and flexible in the face of varying expectations from clients and coworkers. They multi-task, prioritize tasks well, and think creatively. Veterinary Assistants strongly believe in the quality of care provided and communicate this sense of assurance to clients. The Assistant provides patient and client comfort by keeping the hospital clean and presentable and may provide training to other members of the healthcare team.

Position reports to Practice Manager and receives direction from veterinarians. Works alongside the Technicians, who determine the scope and type of support services to be furnished and the procedures used to accomplish them.

Patient Care

Equipment and Facility Maintenance

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

OUR COMMUNITY : Close to Dayton, Cincinnati, and Columbus, Xenia Ohio is a diverse, friendly community with quality-of-life options, including bike trails, award-winning schools, a historic downtown, and splendid parks. It offers a safe small-town feel for young singles, working families, and anyone seeking a quaint town and affordable place to work and play. Xenia, Greek for "hospitality" lives up to its name with friendly people and welcoming culture. People from all over travel to Xenia to enjoy the warm summer weather, outdoor recreation opportunities, and several state parks within a short commute. Come see for yourself why Xenia is a great place to call home!?

Requirements

Salary Description

Competitive compensation based upon experience