Veterinary Assistant - Emergency

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center - Knoxville; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary hospital in Oklahoma City is seeking a Veterinary Assistant for their Emergency and Critical Care team. The role involves handling patients, administering medications, and collaborating with veterinarians to provide high-quality care. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in veterinary medicine and excellent communication skills. Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedules

401K with company match

Career development and training

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in veterinary medicine, preferably in emergency or critical care settings.

Responsibilities

• Safely handle and restrain patients, ensuring safety.
• Administer medications via IV, subcutaneous, and oral routes.
• Collaborate with veterinarians and team members for patient care.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Patient Triage

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Veterinary Assistant - Emergency

Department: Veterinary Assistants

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Compensation: $16.00 - $26.00 / hour

Description

Join our fast-paced, 24-hour hospital as part of our Emergency and Critical Care team. We are seeking experienced veterinary professionals who thrive under pressure, are team-oriented, eager to learn, and dedicated to providing exceptional patient care above all else.

Our hospital treats a wide variety of cases-including exotics-offering a dynamic and challenging environment every shift. If you're passionate about emergency medicine and want to be part of a supportive, high-performing team, we'd love to hear from you!

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Safely and effectively handle and restrain patients, ensuring both animal and staff safety
• Accurately administer medications via IV, subcutaneous, and oral routes
• Prepare and fill prescriptions in accordance with veterinary directives
• Collaborate closely with veterinarians and fellow team members to provide high-quality patient care
• Perform venipuncture and assist with intravenous drug administration
• Assist in acquiring and positioning patients for diagnostic radiographic procedures
• Conduct and process diagnostic testing, including blood, urine, and fecal analyses
• Support patient admissions and discharges, including client communication and care instructions

Skills Knowledge and Expertise

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in veterinary medicine, preferably in emergency or critical care settings
• Strong proficiency in patient triage and the ability to multitask effectively in high-pressure situations
• Excellent communication skills with a friendly, professional demeanor-capable of interacting effectively with clients, visitors, veterinarians, and fellow staff (bonus points if you also talk to animals!)
• Physically capable of standing, walking, and moving freely for extended periods of time
• Must be able to safely lift and restrain animals weighing up to 50 pounds
• Comfortable working in a clinical environment with potential exposure to infectious 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