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Surgery Assistant

Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists
Buzzards Bay, MA, US, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 6 May 2026
💰 $38,000/yr($34,000/yr – $38,000/yr)

About the role

Veterinary Surgery Assistant Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists is seeking a full-time Surgery Assistant to join the team in our Buzzards Bay, MA, location.     About this roleThe Veterinary Surgery Assistant is a key hospital team member who supports and assists the surgeons and veterinary nurses. They ensure the safety of pets, clients, and other associates and the continuity of quality veterinary care. This opportunity is an excellent first step in growing your career in veterinary medicine. The Surgery Assistant will
  • Leverage the surgery team
  • Run in-house pre-surgical blood work
  • Set up and clean the surgical suite 
  • Clean and sterilize surgical instruments
  • Restrain pets for medical treatments and diagnostics according to doctor orders.
  • Ensure treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs are clean, stocked, and organized 
  • Assist with diagnostic imaging.
  • Disinfect pet cages after use
  • Laundering and restocking patient bedding using proper cleaning protocols and maintaining hospital cleanliness
  • Be willing to cross-train in other areas when necessary
 Salary, Schedule, and Benefits Include (but are not limited to)
  • Salary range for this position is $17 to $19 hourly, commensurate with experience
  • Schedule: Full-time shifts include Monday through Friday and on-call as required by the department
    • Wednesday shift required in the Dennis location
    • The initial training schedule may differ. 
  • Paid PTO and holidays
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 
  • 401K 
  • Uniform allowance
  • Trupanion Pet Insurance with company paid premiums for two of the team member's pets 
  • Company Sponsored EAP
 Required Qualifications
  • Previous surgical veterinary experience or 6 months experience in a veterinary hospital setting.
  • Must be able to lift and restrain pets of at least 50 pounds and work on your feet most of the day.
  • Ability to learn various veterinary software programs effectively
  • Ability to balance and prioritize multiple tasks appropriately
  • Ability to anticipate and be detail-oriented to provide high patient care.
  • Confidence in themselves, in their abilities, and their team
  • Excellent clear communication skills
  • Must be professional, pleasant, and engaged 
  • Must be attentive and demonstrate a high level of respect to referring veterinarians, clients, and co-workers
Preferred Qualifications
  • Associate degree in veterinary technology or certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program 
About Cape Cod Veterinary SpecialistsCape Cod Veterinary Specialists (CCVS) is a growing specialty and emergency-critical care hospital in Buzzards Bay and Dennis, MA. With more than 20 specialists across nine specialties, our highly skilled and compassionate team works to ensure pets receive quality, gold-standard medical care. As the only emergency and specialty referral hospital serving Cape Cod and the Islands, CCVS continues to grow to keep up with the needs of our community. We are looking for enthusiastic and experienced veterinary professionals who welcome the challenge of meeting the highest standards for quality and performance while possessing a friendly and positive team-player approach.Imagine being part of a team that not only values your growth as a professional but also supports it. At CCVS, investing in our employees' development is vital to achieving optimal patient care. So why not join us and become part of the Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists team? We're proud to be a United Veterinary Care Partner hospital, supporting sustainable, fulfilling careers for our team members while providing the best possible care to our community.

 

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