Veterinary Assistant, Surgery
$18 - $22/hr. | Animal Emergency & Specialty Center | Parker, CO

Welcome to Animal Emergency & Specialty Center (AESC)! We are a 24/7 Emergency Care Veterinary Hospital with 7 different Specialties. The AESC Team is growing, and we are seeking motivated, positive and compassionate individuals to join our team. Our Nursing staff is essential and important to us, just as the care they provide to the pets and clients in our community. We are offering competitive wages, opportunities for professional growth, and a supportive environment with an empathic and positive Management team

Compensation

$18 - $22/hr., based on experience

Benefits:
We’re committed to supporting our team’s well-being and professional growth with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance to keep you and your family covered.
401(k) with Matching to help you plan for your future.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for additional personal and professional support.
Continuing Education (CE):
- Annual CE hours to advance your skills.
- CE allowance for training and certifications.
Uniform Allowance to ensure you’re always prepared.
Shift Differential Pay for added compensation.
Generous paid time off, including:
- Sick Days
- Vacation Days
- Bereavement Leave
Holiday Premium Pay for working during special times of the year.
On-Call Incentives for additional opportunities.
License Reimbursement for required certifications.
Referral Program to reward you for helping us grow our team.

Schedule

Full Time
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
- 7:30am –5:30pm

Job Description
The Surgery Assistant supports the Surgeons and Technicians by preparing the surgery service for animals receiving surgery, proper restraint of animals for treatments, assisting in safe transportation of anesthetized patients, supporting the Surgeon with surgical procedures, and preparing surgical packs for surgery. Communicates with DVM’s and Technicians to coordinate equipment and procedure timelines for their patients.

Responsibilities

Assist the Technician with induction to include assisting in intubation and placing monitoring on patients.
Clean, organize and maintain the pack-n-prep area. Including putting together and wrapping surgical packs, cleaning and organizing instruments.
Set up and take down OR's
Help prepare patients for their surgical procedures
Prep and maintain surgical equipment to include sterilizers.
Maintain cleanliness of all operating rooms, flipping and cleaning between surgeries.
Circulate in procedures opening instruments and packs with sterile technique.
Performs animal restraint for blood draws, catheter placement, and pre-medicating patients.
Assists as surgical scrub nurse in a variety of soft tissue and orthopedic procedures.
Facilitates the appropriate stocking of pack and prep, treatment and operating rooms.
Run an appointment column that includes taking a proper medical history, interpreting medical records and obtaining vitals.
Perform diagnostic radiographs alongside a technician.
Maintains cleanliness of the hospital and the department.
Other duties as directed

Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:

At least ONE YEAR of animal experience is required
High school diploma or equivalent.
Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus!

Preferred Qualifications:

Two years of experience as a veterinary assistant with job responsibilities that required animal restraint and taking radiographs
Experience in a emergency/specialty setting
Knowledge of EasyVet or similar medical record systems.

Why Choose AESC?

Work alongside a compassionate, dedicated team of veterinary professionals.
Thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.
Make a direct impact on the lives of pets and their families during critical times.
Receive continuous training and growth opportunities—we’re passionate about teaching!
Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package.

About AESC
Founded in 2001 to meet the growing need for after-hours veterinary care in the Parker, Franktown, and Elizabeth communities, Animal Emergency & Specialty Center (AESC) has evolved from a small emergency hospital into a leading 24/7 emergency and specialty referral center. What began in a facility of less than 1,000 square feet has expanded into a state-of-the-art, 20,000-square-foot hospital offering advanced emergency, critical care, surgery, internal medicine, oncology, neurology, rehabilitation, diagnostic imaging, and anesthesiology services.

Following a major renovation completed in 2021, AESC features cutting-edge technology, including a 23X MRI, 16-slice CT scanner, mobile fluoroscopy, multiple surgical suites, and a dedicated rehabilitation center with underwater treadmills. Supported by a collaborative team of board-certified specialists and experienced veterinary professionals, AESC remains committed to delivering exceptional patient care while continuing to grow and advance specialty medicine for pets throughout the region.

Nearby Communities
AESC attracts Veterinary Technicians and Clinical Professionals from throughout the South Denver metro area and surrounding communities, including:

Parker, CO
Aurora, CO
Centennial, CO
Castle Rock, CO
Elizabeth, CO
Franktown, CO
Lone Tree, CO
Highlands Ranch, CO
Englewood, CO
Greenwood Village, CO
Littleton, CO
Denver, CO
Castle Pines, CO
Foxfield, CO
Commerce City, CO
Bennett, CO

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If this role isn't the right fit but you know a great Veterinary Leader, send them our way!
You could earn a $1,250 referral bonus if they're hired.

About Ethos Veterinary Health
Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next. Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery. Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally. At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Join Us
At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.
Candidates can confidentially submit their CV to Talent Acquisition Partner Craig at [email protected]

Equal Opportunity Employer
Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.

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