Veterinary Assistant

Surgery Veterinary Assistant

Georgetown Veterinary Hospital has been a trusted partner in the community since 2005, committed to treating every small animal patient like our own. Our dedication to exceptional patient care and client service is reflected in our excellent 4.8-star Google rating and the recognition we received as the Gold Best 2020 of Georgetown, Texas for Best Veterinary & Pet Services. We are honored to also be a 2020 Neighborhood Favorite.

If you are looking for a place where you can immediately contribute to a highly reputable practice and do your best work, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Georgetown Veterinary Hospital is part of a supportive network that puts the growth and education of our teammates first. We believe that when you feel supported, you succeed. You will be joining a compassionate and knowledgeable team environment where internal collaboration is encouraged.

We have programs designed to help all teammates achieve their career goals, whether that means becoming a credentialed technician or moving into a leadership position, ensuring you have the resources to grow professionally. As a full-service veterinary clinic, we provide comprehensive small animal care ranging from routine wellness and prevention to complex advanced care. Our services include thorough testing and diagnostics, surgical procedures, and urgent care availability.

We are currently embarking on an exciting journey to expand our offerings with new options in integrative medicine, aiming to give our patients the best quality of life possible. You will also have the opportunity to utilize physical rehabilitation services to enhance patient recovery and outcomes. Situated in Georgetown, Texas, you will be practicing medicine in a vibrant community known for its strong local support, which is evidenced by our status as a proud member of the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce.

Georgetown offers the charm of Central Texas with a strong small-town feel, while still providing convenient access to the wider amenities of the greater Austin area. Come discover the community where your medical contributions are highly valued by both clients and colleagues alike.

• Deliver Hands-On Clinical Support: You'll assist surgeons and technicians with patient exams, triage, and surgical procedures, as well as performing venipuncture, administering oral medications, and taking radiographs.
• Prepare and Support Every Surgery: You'll prepare patients for surgery by clipping and aseptically scrubbing surgical sites, assist with positioning and restraint, support sterile technique in the surgical suite, and help with surgical pack preparation, instrument cleaning, and autoclaving/sterilization.
• Provide Post-Operative and Compassionate Care: You'll monitor patients during recovery, manage pain, and ensure patient comfort—all while maintaining a clean, organized, and sterile facility.
• Create a Positive Client Experience: You'll discharge patients, review post-surgical treatment plans, incision care, and follow-up instructions with clients, and assist with client service operations such as answering phones and scheduling appointments.
• Drive Operational Excellence: You'll accurately maintain medical records, prescriptions, and invoices using our computer systems, support surgical suite turnover between procedures, help monitor surgical supply inventory, and assist with training new teammates.

• A High School Diploma or equivalent (must be at least 18 years old).
• Veterinary assistant experience is required; experience in a surgical or sterile environment is a strong asset.
• A calm and efficient approach, with the ability to handle a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment with composure.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• The physical capability to lift and carry animals up to 40 lbs, with comfort in prolonged standing, bending, kneeling, and physical activity.

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources…