Join the Team at Beacon Veterinary Specialists!
At Beacon Veterinary Specialists , we’re looking for a motivated individual to join our team as a Technician Assistant (TA) .
This role supports our veterinarians and staff with a focus on surgical support, patient care, and maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly environment.
This role is critical in ensuring the smooth operation of the hospital, contributing to the highest level of care for the animals we serve.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/TASKS:
- Prepare the surgery suite and instruments at the start of your shift, ensuring readiness for scheduled surgeries throughout the day.
- Clean all areas between procedures and perform end-of-shift cleaning.
- Prepare and sterilize surgical instruments, ensuring no instruments are left unclean at the end of the shift.
- Clean and maintain patient areas, including cages and runs, ensuring no storage in runs.
- Wash and put away patient dishes.
- Assist with animal restraint during examinations, radiographs, ultrasounds, and treatments as needed.
- Perform in-house blood work and prepare samples for transport to external labs.
- Ensure hospital cleanliness throughout the day, including mopping floors and wiping down surfaces.
- Manage laundry and waste disposal, including emptying garbage cans and transporting waste to dumpsters.
- Stock and refill medical supplies, such as alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, chlorhexidine scrub, and ultrasound gel throughout the hospital.
- Maintain cleanliness and proper stocking of exam rooms and anesthetic machines.
- Support outpatient technicians with treatments such as subcutaneous fluids, nail trims, ear cleanings, and anal gland expression (excluding procedures that require training by a licensed RVT).
REQUIRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous experience in a veterinary setting is preferred.
- Basic understanding of veterinary hospital operations and animal care.
- Comfortable around animal of all sizes.
- Attention to detail and ability to follow strict protocols.
- Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
- Why Join Us?
- At Beacon Veterinary Specialists, we believe in taking care of our team as well as our patients.
We offer:
- $18-22/hr with opportunities for personal and professional growth Paid time off Comprehensive health insurance A 401K plan Employee pet insurance Company branded attire If you’re ready to bring your skills, passion, and dedication to a team that values excellence in veterinary care, we encourage you to apply!
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