Operating Room Veterinary Assistant (ORVA)

The role

The OR Assistant provides pre-, intra- and post-operative preparation, care, maintenance, and turnover of the Surgery ORs. They work alongside veterinarians and veterinary technicians to provide comfort and care for patients.

What you will do

• Review cases scheduled in assigned OR
• Ensure OR is cleaned and ready for cases
• Ensure all instruments needed for the case are in the OR
• Review the surgeon’s case preferences
• Ensure all equipment is functional and OR supplies are stocked
• Perform pre-op radiographs as needed
• Properly drape patient for procedure
• Assist surgeons as needed
• Retrieve instruments and supplies
• Troubleshoot equipment

Required qualifications

• Strong knowledge of surgical instruments and equipment
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, multi-tasking while paying close attention to details
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment, demonstrating a high level of initiative
• High proficiency in patient handling
• Knowledge of surgical procedures
• Flexibility and the ability to accommodate shift
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively
• High school diploma or equivalent
• One to two years’ experience as a Surgical Instrument Veterinary Assistant

Nice to have

• college degree

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous sign-on bonus $1,000
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition assistance
• 50% discount on veterinary care
• 403b matching
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• May be eligible for The Public Loan Service Forgiveness Program

About the company

Founded in 1910, the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center is the world’s largest veterinary teaching hospital. It is located in Manhattan and offers compassionate, collaborative, and cutting-edge veterinary care.