Surgery Veterinary Assistant

Join the Humane Society of Huron Valley's mission to improve the lives of animals in need by becoming our Surgery Veterinary Assistant! As a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, we're committed to providing compassionate care to animals in our community.

As a Surgery Veterinary Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in our animal welfare efforts by assisting our skilled veterinary team in providing surgical care to animals in need. From routine spay and neuter surgeries to more complex procedures, you'll be part of a team that ensures the health and well-being of our animals.

In addition to your surgical duties, you'll also have the opportunity to assist with post-operative care, administer medications, and provide general support to our veterinary team. Your hard work and dedication will directly contribute to the well-being of the animals in our care.

At the Humane Society of Huron Valley, we believe in creating a supportive and collaborative work environment where every team member's contributions are valued. We're proud of the meaningful work we do in the community and the positive impact we have on the lives of animals.

If you're passionate about animal welfare and want to make a difference in the lives of animals in need, be part of the change you want to see in the world.

Position Title:
Surgery Veterinary Assistant

Hours:
Full-time, days (4x 10 hour days)
- Surgery schedule #1 - Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 7:45am-surgery done time.
- Surgery Schedule #2 - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday. 7:45am-surgery done time.

Supervisor:
Clinic Assistant Manager (and indirectly Clinic Director & veterinarians)

Classification:
Non-exempt, Hourly

Playing a crucial role as support to our surgeons, the Surgery Veterinary Assistant is responsible for daily operations and flow of surgeries and animal care in the clinic. It takes a highly responsible person who thrives in a fast-paced environment; shows enduring compassion for animals; has a customer-service focus, an eye for detail, and the ability to be flexible.

May be licensed by the State of Michigan, or considered a veterinary assistant as trained by the veterinary technician or veterinarians. Animal handling experience is required. Must be an energetic and caring individual with excellent communication skills; a quick but accurate and safety-focused pace; and a calm demeanor even when in the face of duress. Must also have great organizational skills and ability to work individually as well as part of a team.

• 1. Responsible for preparing animals for surgery, maintaining a necessary fast-paced flow of surgeries, and monitoring animals during recovery from surgery, all with a detailed approach to patient safety.
• 2. Follow and understand the Humane Alliance guidelines for safe and efficient high-quality high-volume, spay/neuter procedures.
• 3. Responsible for running bloodwork, maintaining clinic equipment including blood machines, autoclave, and anesthetic equipment.
• 4. Organize and maintain the surgery log, calculate drug doses, prepare animals for surgery, and monitor anesthesia during surgery.
• 5. Provide support to the veterinarian/surgeon, including taking radiographs, animal restraint, cytology, fecal floats, dispensing vaccines and medications as directed.
• 6. Transport anesthetized animals in preparation for or following surgery.
• 7. Open and close the clinic prep area, cages, and blood machines. Cleaning surgical instruments and making surgical packs. General cleaning and maintenance of the area.
• 8. Discuss health and surgery related issues with clients as directed by the veterinarian.
• 9. Enter data from all surgeries correctly, completely and in a timely manner.
• 10. Assist with other anesthesia-related, but non-surgical procedures as directed.
• 11. Attend clinic and all staff meetings.
• 12. Other duties as assigned, including answering phone, educating clients, and clinic support as needed.

While performing this job, you will have extended periods of standing and lifting. You must be able to lift up to 40 pounds regularly in order to transport animals, equipment and more. Use of your hands and digits is required to operate equipment, and normal hearing and talking is required to communicate with surgeons and others encountered during the course of work.

You will be exposed to the surgery and euthanasia setting as well as the occasional kennel/shelter setting. You will be exposed to disinfectant…