Veterinary Instrument Assistant

Veterinary Instrument Assistant

Garden State Veterinary Specialists in Eatontown, NJ is excited to announce that we are looking for a Veterinary Instrument Assistant to join our specialty and emergency hospital team.

About GSVS: We are a multispecialty practice with boarded veterinary specialists in Emergency and Critical Care, Surgery, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Oncology, Dermatology, Cardiology, Rehabilitation, and Ophthalmology. We have also been treating felines with hyperthyroid disease with radioactive iodine since 2001! We are also proud to have two technicians here at GSVS with their VTS's in Internal Medicine and Cardiology.

Why GSVS: We are not your typical veterinary hospital! We know the winning recipe to maintain the care and compassion that our patients depend upon us for to create a safe and supportive space for you to put your skills to use, develop new skills, and be a part of our highly collaborative, fun, and friendly team! We are proud of our company culture and positive staff engagement within a fast paced, learning environment; and our associate employment longevity is proof of our commitment to take care of one another, and provide the highest standard of care to the patients we serve.

Veterinary Instrument Assistants at Garden State Veterinary Specialists play a vital role in supporting our surgery department by working closely with veterinary technicians, emergency doctors, and board-certified specialists. This position is responsible for ensuring that all surgical instruments, equipment, and treatment areas are properly cleaned, sterilized, organized, and ready for patient care. Your attention to detail and commitment to excellence help maintain the highest standards of patient safety and surgical efficiency.

On Any Given Day, You Can Expect To:

• Prepare surgical instruments for scheduled procedures.
• Clean, disinfect, inspect, and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment using autoclaves and other sterilization equipment.
• Assemble and wrap surgical packs and maintain accurate instrument inventories.
• Stock and organize surgical supplies, treatment areas, and operating rooms.
• Monitor equipment condition and report any damage or maintenance needs.
• Maintain cleanliness and infection-control standards throughout surgery

About You:

• 1+ year of experience in a specialty veterinary hospital preferred.
• Passionate about veterinary medicine and patient care.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and commitment to excellence.

Schedule: Available schedule options include (Day Shift):

• Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
• Wednesday through Saturday
• Tuesday through Saturday

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance with HSA options (some plans paid 100%)
• Maternity and paternity leave
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Employee referral bonus program
• Paid time off
• Mental health support through Talkspace
• Uniforms provided
• Sign-on bonus available for eligible full-time credentialed technicians
• Employee pet care discounts

Location: 246 Industrial Way, Eatontown, NJ 07724

Join a dedicated team committed to providing exceptional specialty and emergency veterinary care while supporting the highest standards of patient safety and surgical excellence.

Veritas Veterinary Partners is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws, we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. All current positions require the ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently. Additional fluency in other languages is preferred but not required.

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