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Description
Grow, Learn, and Make a Difference
Are you passionate about veterinary medicine and eager to refine your skills in a high-paced, surgical environment? AtMetropolitan Veterinary Associates (MVA), we recognize that skilledVeterinary Assistantsare vital to delivering top-notch patient care. You'll work alongside our Surgery Technicians, veterinarians, and specialists, ensuring our surgical team can operate smoothly and efficiently.
Who We Are
- We are aleading specialty and emergency hospital, housed in astate-of-the-art 25,000-square-foot facilityequipped to handle a wide range of complex cases.
- With13 specialty departments—including Internal Medicine, Surgery, Emergency&Critical Care, Cardiology, and more—our collaborative team approach ensures comprehensive care for every patient.
- Our culture is anchored incontinuous learning, mentorship, and mutual support, creating an environment where you can grow alongside experts in their fields.
What You'll Do
As aSurgery and Cardiology Assistantat MVUCS, you'll support our veterinarian and nursing teams, ensuring smooth operations and excellent patient care. In this role, you will:
- Assist the Surgical Departmentwith a variety of tasks, including setting up for surgeries, preparing equipment, assist in maintaining instrument availability and sterility, perform digital radiographs, and help during procedures
- Assist the Cardiology Departmentwith patient appointments, patient restraint / monitoring, and help with diagnostic procedures
- Support veterinary techniciansin patient admits and discharges, ensuring clients receive clear instructions and feel confident about at-home care
- Communicate effectivelywith clients and team members—verbally and in writing—to convey important updates, next steps, and relevant instructions
- Provide patient care, including handling laundry, husbandry duties, walking dogs, and cleaning cages to maintain a safe, comfortable environment
- Stock suppliesin various locations throughout the hospital, keeping work areas organized and ready for immediate use
- Uphold hospital cleanliness and integrity, ensuring each space is orderly, sanitized, and properly equipped
Anticipated Schedule
This is afull-timeposition with the following available schedule:
- Tuesday through Friday: Tuesday and Friday, 7:00 AM-3:00 PM, Wednesday and Thursday, 7:00 AM-5:00 PM
Compensation
- Starting at$19.00/hour
What's in It for You?
Joining MVUCS means becoming part of thedynamic, supportive Metropolitan Veterinary Associates networkwhere your growth and well-being matter. We offer:
- Supportive culturewith social events&team-building activities
- Competitive paid time off&holiday pay
- Paid volunteer time off
- Education Assistance Program&tuition reimbursement
- Career growth&training opportunitiesto help you advance your skills and knowledge supported by our dedicated Education and Development team.
- Continuing education paid time off and allowance
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Mental health-focused servicesto ensure you thrive both personally and professionally
- Pet adoption reimbursement
- 401(k) plan with a strong employer match
- Significant employee pet care discount
- Annual uniform allowanceso you're always prepared for the next case
- A workplace where you'll feelvalued, heard, and excitedto come to work each day
We understand that making a career move can be a significant decision. Wetreat every interview as confidential, and we're happy to have an informal conversation first if that's more comfortable. Our team truly loves what we do, and we can't wait to meet others who share our passion!
What We're Looking For
We're seekingVeterinary Assistantswho excel in a hands-on, detail-oriented environment, with a desire to make an impact in surgical and cardiology care. You likely have:
- Prior experiencein a veterinary or animal care setting (cardiology and/or surgery-specific exposure is a plus)
- A solid foundation inbasic restraint, patient prep, and instrument handling
- Strong communication skills, essential for working effectively with Surgery and Cardiology Technicians, veterinarians, and other team members
- A calm, organized demeanor, capable of managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced surgical environment
- Attention to detailand adherence to safety protocols, especially when handling instruments and patient records
- A commitment to continuous learning, welcoming the chance to expand your knowledge of surgical procedures and best practices
If you're ready togrow your skills, make a genuine difference, and work alongside people who share your passion for exceptional veterinary care, then this is your invitation to join Metropolitan Veterinary Urgent Care and Specialty.Apply todayand take the next step in an exciting, fulfilling career!
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