Overview
Surgery Technician Assistant Jobs in Lakewood, CO at Evolution Veterinary Specialists, Inc.
Hourly Rate: $16.00-$20.50 (Dependent on Experience & Skill Set)
EVS asks all TA candidates to complete a Technician Assistant Leveling Test during the interview process. This test measures math skills, critical thinking, and medication administration for TA levels I, II & III.
Job Summary:
The Surgery Technician Assistant (TA) is responsible for assisting the surgeon and technicians before, during, and after surgical procedures. They assist with preparing animals for surgery, maintaining a sterile environment, various cleaning duties, and providing post-operative care to surgical patients, all under the direct supervision of the surgeon and Lead Surgery RVT.
EVS is a privately owned veterinary hospital, founded with dedication to patient care and providing all team members with opportunities for growth and job fulfillment. Unlike most corporate owned hospitals, you will work daily with the hospital owner and management who are committed to the hospital as well as your professional success.
Mission Statement: To provide elevated specialty and emergency veterinary care, fostering a compassionate and collaborative environment that supports pets and the people who care for them.
Core Values: B.R.I.T.E: Best Medicine, Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Empathy.
Education & Experience:
Required: High School graduate or equivalent.
Required: Minimum 1-year related experience in a veterinary clinic setting.
Preferred: Minimum 1-year related experience in a Surgery department at specialty veterinary hospital.
Preferred: Technician Assistant Certification.
Preferred: Gas Sterilizer Certification.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
Restrain animals for examinations, procedures, and treatments.
Assist surgery technicians and/or surgeon with animals for various procedures.
Assist in taking radiographs.
Pull instrumentation needed for surgical procedures.
Open ORs to be used for surgery.
Set up ORs and clean them after procedures.
Clean, wrap, and sterilize instruments.
Knowledge of names and locations of all instruments and equipment used in surgery.
Scrub in and assist in surgeries as needed.
Feed and walk patients as needed.
Perform routine laboratory procedures.
Maintain cleanliness and order in work areas.
Set up/clean recovery cages for surgical patients.
Perform inventory and restocking duties as required.
Other duties as assigned; this list is not exhaustive, & employer reserves the right to assign additional tasks & responsibilities as needed.
Skills & General Job Requirements:
Comfort and interest working with animals of all types, including exotic species such as snakes, lizards, rabbits, guinea pigs, birds, ferrets, and turtles.
Flexibility and capacity to prioritize new tasks & excellent time management skills.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work independently with little oversight.
Customer service.
High attention to detail.
Multitask with ease.
Commitment to always doing the best job possible and under all circumstances.
Confidence in working independently and making appropriate, informed decisions.
Enthusiasm for knowledge, innovation, learning, and growth in all aspects of the job.
Full-Time Benefits
EVS covers the following percentages for employees only. Dependents are covered by the employee.
Benefits Effective Upon Date of Hire:
Long-Term/Short-Term Disability – 100%
Life/ADD – 100%
Benefits Effective the 1st of the Month After 60-Days of Hire:
Health Care – 61%
Dental & Vision – 100%
DCA & FSA Access – tax-free money for Health Care, Dependent Care & Commuter Reimbursements (Bus, Vanpool, Parking, Lyft, etc.).
Trupanion Pet Insurance.
1st Pet – 100%
2nd Pet – 50%
3rd Pet – 25%
Benefits Effective the 1st of the Month After 90-Days of Hire:
401k Matching – up to 4% with 5% contribution.
Privatized Colorado Paid Family Leave Plan.
Accrued PTO of 80 hours per calendar year, based on date of hire.
(Accrued PTO increased based on years with EVS).
Accumulated Sick time.
CE & Other Reimbursements.
Uniform & Equipment.
Continuing Education.
Schedule:
A full-time EVS employee averages at least 36 hours per work week. Hours may vary and depend on the department(s) and needs of the hospital.
A typical schedule for this position consists of 4 x 10 hour shifts weekly Monday-Thursday.
Reports to: Specialty Technician Supervisor
Employment Status: Full-Time
Supervisory Role: No
Evolution Veterinary Specialists is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation. We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.
Title: Surgery Technician Assistant
Company: Evolution Veterinary Specialists, Inc.
Location: Lakewood, CO
