Veterinary Assistant at Warr Acres Animal Clinic

Warr Acres Animal Clinic; Warr Acres (OK); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits or accounts

Bonus incentive

Flexible work schedules

Career and professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Warr Acres Animal Clinic in Oklahoma City, OK seeks a Veterinary Assistant who values patient care, teamwork, and ongoing learning. You will assist veterinarians in exams and surgeries, take histories and vital signs, and help educate clients about treatments and wellness plans.

The role includes handling radiographs, laboratory work, anesthesia monitoring, and medication administration. A collaborative environment supports training, with opportunities to grow skills in surgery and dentistry.

Qualifications

• Ability to work on weekends as required.
• Previous veterinary experience preferred.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; with assistance beyond 25 pounds.
• Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE.
• Basic math and the ability to calculate medication dosages.
• Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS Office applications.
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in practice and surgery as needed.
• Assist in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, weights, and educating clients.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs during surgery.
• Obtain samples and perform in-hospital laboratory testing; prepare specimens for labs.
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following safety procedures.
• Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments.
• Clean and stock exam rooms and assist with equipment and public areas.
• Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all client interactions.
• Communicate with veterinarians and team members including client discussions and patient plans.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Weekend work

Veterinary experience

Physical ability

OSHA safety

Dosage calculation

MS Office

Communication skills

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Practice

Warr Acres Animal Clinicis a trusted veterinary practice in Oklahoma City, OK. We offer many services to keep animal companions healthy and happy. Our commitment to excellence in veterinary medicine is matched only by our genuine love for animals.

More about the Role

At Warr Acres Animal Clinic, we believe exceptional veterinary care requires more than technical ability. It requires compassion, accountability, communication, and a willingness to help one another.

We are looking for a Veterinary Assistant who understands that patient care is a shared responsibility and who contributes to a positive, productive workplace.

We offer our team members:

• Free veterinary examinations for eligible employee pets.

• 50% discount on eligible veterinary services.

• Hands-on training and opportunities for professional development.

• Experience working alongside multiple veterinarians with diverse clinical interests.

• Opportunities to expand skills in surgery, dentistry, diagnostic procedures, and exotic animal care.

• A collaborative environment that encourages continued learning and teamwork.

Competencies

• Patience & Compassion: Remaining professional while still making teammates, clients, and patients feel as comfortable as possible regardless of the situation or challenges presented. Responding quickly and calmly to crisis while maintaining a high standard of patient care.
• Collaboration & Teamwork: Carefully coordinating actions with veterinarians and practice team members. Providing feedback appropriately and in a timely manner. Quickly incorporating feedback to ensure positive results. Sharing ideas and being open to others ideas.
• Communicating: Conveying instructions to clients and teammates to ensure successful patient care.
• Active Listening: Following the instructions of veterinarians and sometimes patient owners. Picking up the needs of veterinarians and teammates based on prior experiences and feedback.
• Organization Skills: Clear tracking of lab specimens, medications, patient instructions, workflow, and other job-related items while managing multiple patients and clients.
• Client Satisfaction: Ensuring all activities and interactions result in the highest level of client satisfaction.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
• Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, as well as providing client education.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs of the patient during surgery.
• Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures.
• Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the discretion of the veterinarian.
• Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment, and lab areas; restock exam rooms with supplies. Assist other team members to keep the public areas of the practice clean; clean and maintain all medical equipment.
• Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all interactions with clients; exercise compassion and care in all interactions with patients.
• Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members including client discussions, patient plans, client concerns, etc.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Ability to work on weekends as required
• Previous veterinary experience preferred
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance
• Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE
• Basic math and the ability to calculate medication dosages
• Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS office applications, etc.
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety

Benefits Offered

• Paid time off
• Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
• Retirement benefits or accounts
• Bonus incentive
• Flexible work schedules
• Career and professional development
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program

Benefits offered may vary depending on full or part time employment status according to company policy.

Pay Range

USD $14.00 - USD $18.00 /Hr.