ER/Critical Care Veterinary Assistant/Technician - Swing Shift

AAVMP; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Under New Leadership

Competitive Benefits

401k with employer match

Continuing education opportunities

Growth in Emergency & Critical Care

Pet care discounts

Job summary

Neel Veterinary Hospital in Oklahoma City is seeking an Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Assistant/Technician for a swing shift. You will support veterinarians and the ECC team in a fast-paced hospital, handling restraints, treatments, diagnostics, and patient care.

The role requires prior veterinary assistant experience, comfort with overnight shifts, and strong teamwork to ensure high-quality care for critically ill animals.

Qualifications

• Previous veterinary assistant experience required.
• Emergency, ICU, or specialty experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to work overnight shifts and weekends

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with patient restraint, treatments, and diagnostics.
• Support emergency and critical care patient flow during overnight shifts.
• Prepare treatment areas, surgical suites, and diagnostic equipment.
• Monitor hospitalized patients and report changes in condition.
• Collect and process laboratory samples.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of treatment and ICU areas.
• Provide compassionate support to clients and patients during emergency visits.
• Assist with stocking supplies and maintaining hospital readiness

Skills

Emergency vet experience

Calm under pressure

Team communication

Overnight & weekend stamina

Job description

ER/Critical Care Veterinary Assistant/Technician - Swing Shift

Department: Veterinary Assistants

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Compensation: $18.00 - $23.00 / hour

Description

Veterinary Assistant - Emergency & Critical Care (ECC)

Neel Veterinary Hospital

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Neel Veterinary Hospital is growing under a new leadership team focused on clinical excellence, team development, and a strong, supportive culture. We are seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to support our Emergency and Critical Care (ECC) departments in Oklahoma City.

If you are searching for:

• Emergency veterinary assistant jobs in Oklahoma City
• ECC vet assistant roles in OKC
• Veterinary assistant positions in specialty and critical care

- this is an opportunity to join a hospital committed to high standards and a collaborative work environment.

As an Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Assistant, you will provide essential support to veterinarians and technicians in a fast-paced, high-acuity setting. This role is ideal for individuals who remain calm under pressure, are detail-oriented, and are passionate about emergency veterinary medicine.

You will be an integral part of a team delivering advanced care to critically ill and injured patients.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with patient restraint, treatments, and diagnostics
• Support emergency and critical care patient flow during overnight shifts
• Prepare treatment areas, surgical suites, and diagnostic equipment
• Monitor hospitalized patients and report changes in condition
• Collect and process laboratory samples
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of treatment and ICU areas
• Provide compassionate support to clients and patients during emergency visits
• Assist with stocking supplies and maintaining hospital readiness

Skills Knowledge and Expertise

• Previous veterinary assistant experience required
• Emergency, ICU, or specialty experience strongly preferred
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced emergency setting
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to remain calm and focused in high-stress situations
• Comfortable working overnight shifts and weekends
• Passion for emergency and critical care veterinary medicine
• Swing shift and weekend availability required

Benefits

• Under New Leadership
  • Our leadership team is actively investing in:
    • Strengthening team communication
    • Improving workflow and hospital systems
    • Supporting career development
    • Creating a positive, accountable culture
• Competitive Benefits
  • Competitive hourly compensation based on experience
  • Paid time off
  • Employee pet care discounts
  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Continuing education opportunities
• Growth in Emergency & Critical Care
• Neel Veterinary Hospital serves the greater Oklahoma City community with both general practice and emergency services, making it a dynamic and rewarding environment for veterinary professionals seeking growth in emergency veterinary medicine.