Part-time Veterinary Assistant

Alliance Animal Health; Norman (OK); Presencial; USD 16.000 - 23.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Employee assistance

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Bereavement program

Parental leave

Continuing education allowance

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonus

Pet discounts

Holiday pay

Uniform allowance

Bonuses

Descripción de la vacante

Thunderbird Veterinary Hospital in Norman, Oklahoma is seeking a motivated Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated team. From labs to patient care, you will support doctors during diagnostics, surgeries, and recovery.

We value compassion, teamwork, and clear client communication. At least 1 year of experience preferred; training and advancement opportunities are available.

Pay starts at $14 per hour, with additional benefits and ongoing education opportunities.

Formación

• 1+ year veterinary assistant experience preferred.
• Compassionate, calm, team player and strong communicator.
• Must be able to restrain pets properly.
• Experience with lab work and radiographs is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Assist with patient restraint and triage.
• Collect lab samples and medical histories.
• Prepare for surgery and assist with anesthesia monitoring.
• Communicate treatment plans clearly to clients.

Conocimientos

Vet assistant

Restrain pets

Sample collection

Medical history

Radiographs

Anesthesia monitoring

Communication

Team player

Continual learning

Descripción del empleo

At Thunderbird Veterinary Hospital, our commitment goes beyond the conventional – we’re not just a veterinary clinic; we’re a comprehensive hub of care designed to meet every pet need! From routine wellness check-ups that keep tails wagging to advanced surgical procedures ensuring optimal health, we cover it all. Our state-of-the‑art facilities enable us to provide in‑house diagnostics swiftly, ensuring precise and effective treatment plans. We offer services ranging from dental care and microchipping to grooming and MLS Laser Therapy. Whether a companion has feathers, fur, or scales, our dedicated team is here to provide unparalleled care!

Are you passionate about pets and dedicated to providing exceptional care? Thunderbird Veterinary Hospital seeks enthusiastic individuals to join our dynamic team of professionals. At Thunderbird, we celebrate our love for animals and recognize that our team’s commitment is the key to our success.

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

• An experienced Veterinary Assistantwith a minimum of 1-year experience preferred.
• Compassionate, Calm, Team Player, Multi-Tasker and Strong Communicator
• Must be able to properly restrain pets.
• Proficient in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, andanesthesia monitoring are a bonus!
• Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.

Additional Information

We offer our staff:

Pay: $14/hr + based on experience

• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)
• Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory pre-employment screening.

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.