Fairfax Animal Hospital - Veterinary Surgical Assistant

The role

The Veterinary Surgical Assistant will support surgical and urgent care services. This person will work with veterinarians and licensed technicians to assist with surgical prep, monitoring, and recovery.

What you will do

• Assist with patient preparation for surgery, including pre-op exams, shaving, and aseptic scrub
• Set up and maintain sterile surgical fields and equipment
• Monitor patients during procedures and assist with anesthesia under supervision
• Support post-operative recovery, monitoring vitals and ensuring patient comfort
• Maintain surgical logs and proper documentation
• Support veterinarians during urgent or emergent cases
• Safely restrain and triage patients in high-pressure situations
• Communicate effectively with team members to prioritize patient care
• Ensure exam rooms and treatment areas are prepped and restocked
• Clean, sterilize, and maintain surgical instruments and equipment

Required qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years of veterinary assistant experience
• Strong understanding of sterile technique and surgical support procedures
• Comfortable handling urgent/emergency cases with calm and confidence
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and stay organized under pressure
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Work on feet for extended periods

Nice to have

• preferably in surgical or urgent care settings
• Familiarity with ezyVet and SmartFlow is a plus

About the company

VetEvolve is a network of veterinary practices built to support the people delivering care and the practices they lead. Fairfax Animal Hospital is a dedicated and compassionate team committed to excellent patient care.