Veterinary Assistant

Southern Veterinary Partners; Yukon (OK); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join their dynamic team. This role involves providing exceptional care to pets, assisting veterinarians in surgeries and procedures, and ensuring a smooth flow in the hospital. With a commitment to quality and a supportive environment, this position offers opportunities for career growth and professional development. Join a community of over 5,000 veterinary professionals and make a meaningful impact in the lives of animals and their owners. If you are passionate about animal care and teamwork, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Short Term Disability

Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)

Educational Assistance for Vet Tech Programs

Teladoc - FREE doctor access 24/7

Discounted Veterinary Care

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Assist DVMs with appointments and surgical prep.
• Restrain animals safely and obtain medical histories.
• Care for medical equipment and communicate with clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional care to patients as a Veterinary Assistant.
• Support the veterinary team in daily hospital operations.
• Collect and prepare laboratory samples for testing.

Skills

Animal Handling

Communication Skills

Medical Procedures Knowledge

Teamwork

Stress Management

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Laboratory Equipment

Surgical Tools

Anesthesia Machines

Job description

Yukon Hills Animal Hospital is located in Yukon, Oklahoma. Established in 1979, Yukon Hills Animal Hospital has grown and become one of the top hospitals in Oklahoma. Our modern hospital includes complete surgical and dental facilities, anaesthesia monitoring, digital radiology, pharmacy, diagnostic laboratory, treatment room, ICU/recovery ward, isolation and general medical wards. It is our commitment to provide quality veterinary care throughout the life of our patients’ pets. We have a great team with a fast paced pleasant working environment. If you are a passionate and caring team player please apply today!

We are seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our growing hospital to provide exceptional care to our patients! You will work alongside other skilled Vet Assistants, support our Credentialed Veterinary Technicians and DVMs in the daily flow of the hospital. When you join our organization as a Veterinary Assistant, you gain access to a peer network of over 5000 individuals, 100% tuition reimbursement for accredited Vet Tech programs, and Learning & Development programs to help you meet your career goals.

Position Skills:

• Assist DVMs and credentialed veterinary technicians with appointments, prepping patients for surgery and minor procedures, surgical assisting, and pro-actively set up for any procedures or diagnostic tests
• Restrain animals in a safe, efficient, and caring manner
• Obtain accurate vitals, obtain medical histories, and/or note any changes of patient’s condition to DVM
• Collect and prepare laboratory samples such as fecal, urine, and ear cytologies
• Care and maintenance of all medical equipment including laboratory machines, surgical packs, anesthesia machines, and any other tools that are essential to daily operations
• High quality client communication on patient updates and questions

Position Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED certificate
• Flexible schedule including some weekend and holiday shifts
• Knowledge of medical procedures and animal handling
• Must possess strong communication skills, good judgment and be able to manage stressful situations, and work with others on a team respectfully
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

Compensation and Benefits:

• Pay range of $15-$19+/hour based on experience
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Short Term Disability
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
• SVP offers educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-CVTEA accredited veterinary technician programs
• Teladoc- FREE doctor access 24/7
• Discounted Veterinary Care
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• A large network of over 5,000 veterinary professionals who all share common interest in promoting a collaborative working environment and individual career growth
• Opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a challenging variety of tasks and the ability to help animals among a great team of people!

Our team’s continuous dedication has rewarded us with remarkable growth, and Southern Veterinary Partners now employs more than 8,000 employees nationwide. The organization’s success has not gone unnoticed, landing us recognition as #19 on Newsweek’s “Most Loved Workplaces” list in 2022. Additionally, we have ranked among Inc. 5000’s List of "Fastest Growing Companies in America" (2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022) and the Birmingham Business Journal's "FastTrack 30" of the Fastest Growing Companies in Birmingham (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021).