Certified Veterinary Assistant

Sunset Veterinary Clinic.; Edmond (OK); In loco; USD 30.000 - 45.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Flexible schedules

Health insurance

Paid holidays and vacation

Employee discounts

401k with employer match

Descrizione del lavoro

National Veterinary Associates is seeking a full-time veterinary assistant to join the team at Sunset Veterinary Clinic in Oklahoma City. The ideal candidate will assist veterinarians during appointments, handle sample collections, and provide care for boarding patients.

This position includes competitive compensation based on experience, a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and paid time off, and a supportive work environment. Interested applicants can submit their resumes with cover letters or apply in person.

Competenze

• Experience in a veterinary or animal care setting is required.
• Ability to educate clients on animal health topics.
• Familiarity with sample collection techniques.

Mansioni

• Assist veterinarians during appointments and surgical procedures.
• Collect samples for testing and monitor hospitalized patients.
• Care for boarding animals and educate clients.

Conoscenze

Experience in animal care

Client education skills

Sample collection

Team collaboration

Descrizione del lavoro

Sunset Veterinary Clinic is a small animal clinic with a loyal client base. We have been in business since 1996 and recently moved into our new facility in 2014. Sunset is a 4-doctor practice. We are a close team operating in a professional, yet fun and compassionate environment. We believe in investing in our team. By advancing our staff’s knowledge and skills, we can improve the quality of care for our patients.

Workplace perks include flexible schedules, food and coffee, modern facilities and equipment, and more. Our entire team works together, and we take great pride in maintaining a clean and sanitized facility for our patients, our clients, and our staff.

Expected working hours would be between 35-40 a week, including rotating weekend shifts. Each employee has a set day off during the week to help balance weekend hours. We are open Mon-Fri 7:30‑6 and Sat 8‑12. Experience is required, and each employee will go through a detailed and structured training process.

Full‑Time employee benefits include paid holidays and vacation time, employee discounts, continuing education, health insurance, matching IRA contribution, and more. Compensation is based on experience but is competitive for the Edmond area.

Job duties would include assisting veterinarians with patients during routine and illness appointments, surgical procedures, drop‑off appointments, etc. Assistants are also responsible for collecting samples for various tests such as parasite checks, bloodwork, urinalysis, cytology slides and more. Assistants will work in conjunction with our kennel attendants to care for boarders, bathe patients, and monitor hospitalized patients. He/She will also educate clients on various topics such as parasite prevention, dietary recommendations, etc.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Interested applicants can send a resume, with cover letter, or apply in person.

Additional Compensation:

• Store Discounts

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply
• Only full‑time employees eligible

Work Remotely: No

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.