Veterinary Assistant

Innovetive Petcare; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a 24-hour veterinary hospital as a Veterinary Assistant! This role is perfect for those passionate about animal care and eager to learn in a dynamic environment. You'll engage in a variety of tasks, from patient handling and medication administration to assisting with diagnostic procedures. Ideal candidates will have veterinary care experience and a strong ability to communicate effectively with both clients and team members. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the well-being of animals in a fast-paced and rewarding setting. If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of pets and their owners, this is the job for you!

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedules

401K with company match

Career development and training

Qualifications

• 1+ year of veterinary medicine experience preferred.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Handle and restrain patients, administer medications, and assist veterinarians.
• Perform diagnostic testing and assist with radiographic procedures.

Skills

Veterinary care experience

Effective communication

Triage and multitasking

Patient handling and restraint

Medication administration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Veterinary Assistant

Department: Veterinary Assistants

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Compensation: $16.00 - $24.00 / hour

Description

Neel Veterinary Hospital is now hiring for full-time veterinary assistants to join our team!

We are searching for individuals with veterinary care experience who are excited to learn, work well on a team, enjoy a fast-paced climate, and place patient care as the most important aspect of their role. Our 24 hour hospital offers a variety of caseload, including exotic patients. This role would be for our general practice department.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Patient handling and restraint
• Medication administration & filling prescriptions
• Assisting other team members and our Veterinarians, as needed
• Venipuncture and administering drugs (IV, SQ, Oral)
• Assists with radiographic procedures
• Perform diagnostic blood, urine, and fecal testing
• Admitting and discharging patients

Skills Knowledge and Expertise

• High school diploma or GED required
• Preferred have at least 1 year of veterinary medicine experience in emergency medicine
• Proficient in triage and multi tasking in high stressful situations
• Must be a bright, friendly, and effective communicator in order to communicate with clients, visitors, veterinarians, and other hospital staff. (It’s okay if you talk to animals, too!)
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, and move freely for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift 50 squirming pounds
• Must be able to work in a veterinary environment with exposure to infection or contagious diseases

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedules
• 401K with company match
• Career development and training