Veterinary Assistant - Surgery Department - Round Rock, TX
Join the Surgery Department at Central Texas Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Hospitals in Round Rock, TX, where veterinary assistants and veterinary technicians play a key role in delivering exceptional surgical care in a fast-paced specialty hospital.
Why you’ll love this role:
- Hands-on experience in a veterinary surgery department with a skilled specialty team
- A meaningful role helping pets receive outstanding care
- Career growth, training, and educational support
What you’ll do:
➢ Assist doctors and the veterinary technician team with patient restraint, exams, treatments, and surgical prep
➢ Prepare, clean, wrap, and sterilize surgical instruments and suites
➢ Support radiographs, lab work, patient care, and daily hospital organization as part of a busy veterinary assistant team
Why join us:
➢ Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options
➢ 401(k), paid time off, continuing education, and uniform reimbursement
What you’ll bring:
➢ High school diploma or equivalent
➢ Veterinary assistant, veterinary technician, or related veterinary support experience required
➢ Strong customer service, teamwork, and multitasking skills
SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
On-call responsibilities are required.
PHYSICAL EFFORT:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to bend, stoop, and stand for extended periods of time. Required to lift up to forty (40) pounds. Employees will be expected to request assistance with lifting or carrying animals or materials over 40 pounds.
WORK REQUIREMENTS:
➢ Radiation exposure (x-ray, CT Scan).
➢ Possible exposure to gas sterilization using ethylene oxide.
➢ Hazards associated with infected animals, controlled substances, and possible exposure to contagious diseases.
➢ Exposures to unpleasant odors and noises.
➢ Exposure to aggressive patients, bites, scratches, and animal wastes.
If you’re looking for a veterinary assistant or veterinary technician opportunity in Round Rock, TX, this Surgery Department role offers the chance to make a direct impact on patient care while growing your skills in specialty veterinary medicine.
BENEFITS:
Pay: $20.00-$23.00 Depending on Experience
United Veterinary Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.
Central Texas Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Hospital provides referral and emergency services in Emergency & Critical Care, Surgery, Allergy & Dermatology, Rehabilitation, Conditioning & Massage, Neurology, and Canine Sports Therapy for companion animals. Each department of the hospital functions and interacts together to provide pets with the best care possible in a "team approach." At CTVSEH your pet and you are the primary concerns. The Doctors and staff at CTVSEH are dedicated to providing our clients with an honest and accurate assessment of their pet's medical condition. The best treatment and/or diagnostic plans are formulated for each pet based on our client's desires and the information provided to us. Appointments are made by obtaining a referral from a primary care veterinarian for specialty services. Emergency Care is on a walk-in basis during Emergency Care hours. (holidays, nights & weekends) We will work closely with your veterinarian in a manner that allows advanced care while maintaining compassion and affordable options.
