Veterinary Assistant
$25 per hourVeterinary Medical Relief
Veterinary Assistant – HighVolume Spay & Neuter
We are seeking a skilled Veterinary Assistant with experience in highvolume spay and neuter to join our fastpaced, missiondriven surgical team. This role is ideal for professionals who thrive in an efficient, wellorganized environment and enjoy making a meaningful impact on community animal health.
About the Role
As a Veterinary Assistant you will support veterinarians and technicians in delivering safe, efficient, highquality surgical care. You’ll play a key role in patient preparation, monitoring, recovery, and maintaining smooth surgical flow throughout the day.
Key Responsibilities
Patient Intake — Assist with admitting patients, confirming records, and performing initial assessments
Surgical Prep — Prepare animals for surgery, including shaving, positioning, and sterile field setup
Anesthesia Support — Monitor anesthesia under veterinary supervision, record vitals, and maintain patient safety
Recovery Care — Provide attentive postoperative monitoring, pain assessment, and discharge instructions
Instrument Handling — Clean, sterilize, and organize surgical instruments and packs
Clinic Flow — Support efficient daily workflow, ensuring smooth transitions between surgical stages
Animal Handling — Safely restrain animals for exams, injections, and procedures
Qualifications
Experience in highvolume spay/neuter or fastpaced surgical environments
Strong animal handling and restraint skills
Familiarity with anesthesia monitoring and surgical prep
Ability to work efficiently and calmly in a highthroughput setting
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Commitment to patient safety, welfare, and compassionate care
Preferred Experience (Not Required)
Experience with shelter medicine or community clinics
Knowledge of HQHVSN (HighQuality, HighVolume Spay/Neuter) protocols
Comfort working with diverse patient populations (feral cats, nervous dogs, etc.)
What Makes This Role Rewarding
Make a direct impact on reducing pet overpopulation
Work with a supportive, missionfocused team
Build advanced surgical support skills
Enjoy predictable workflows and structured surgical days
Salary: $25 - $32 Hourly
Bonus/Commission: No
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