Surgical Pack and Prep Assistant

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus
Location: Brewster, NY

About Us

Guardian Veterinary Specialists is an independently owned, 24-hour emergency and specialty veterinary hospital offering day, swing, overnight, and weekend shifts. We are dedicated to delivering the highest level of medical care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our team practices advanced medicine in a fast-paced, collaborative, and compassionate environment.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Surgical Pack and Prep Assistant to support our surgery department. You will join a skilled and supportive team committed to excellent patient care. This role is essential in maintaining the efficiency, safety, and sterility of our surgical operations.

At Guardian Veterinary Specialists, we live by our core principles: respect, collaboration, caring, and integrity. We foster a team-oriented culture that encourages authenticity, growth, and continuous learning. With mentorship, CE opportunities, and career advancement as our hospital expands, we are invested in your success.

Key Responsibilities

Surgical Preparation & Instrument Care

• Clean, disinfect, and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment per hospital protocols

• Assemble, wrap, and label surgical packs for various procedures

• Inspect instruments for damage or functionality issues and report as needed

• Operate and maintain autoclaves and other sterilization equipment

• Ensure surgical suites are fully stocked, sanitized, and ready before and after procedures

Surgical Suite Preparation

• Set up surgical suites with required sterile instruments, equipment, and supplies

• Clean and disinfect surgical tables, lights, floors, and surfaces

• Maintain hospital standards for sterility and cleanliness in all surgical and prep areas

Inventory & Maintenance

• Monitor inventory of surgical supplies, gowns, gloves, drapes, and equipment

• Keep all prep and pack areas clean and organized

• Perform routine maintenance and quality checks on sterilization equipment

General Duties

• Follow all sterilization and sanitation protocols

• Assist with surgery-related laundry

• Provide occasional restraint or patient transport as needed

What We Offer

• Competitive wages (hourly range: $20-23/hour)

• Overnight differential pay

• 401(k) with employer contribution

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off & parental leave

• Employee pet care discounts

• Referral program

• For Veterinary Technicians relocating or not yet licensed in NY: we cover the cost of obtaining your NY license

Join Us

If you're ready to work at the forefront of veterinary medicine and be part of a passionate, expert-driven team, we’d love to meet you. Apply today and take the next step in your veterinary career with Guardian Veterinary Specialists.