Veterinary Assistant - Emergency

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

Job summary

A leading veterinary hospital in Oklahoma City seeks experienced Veterinary Assistants for their Emergency and Critical Care team. Ideal candidates are team-oriented, thrive under pressure, and are dedicated to exceptional patient care. Responsibilities include handling patients, administering medications, and collaborating with veterinarians. The role offers a dynamic work environment and various benefits.

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 to provide high-quality patient care.

Skills

Communication

Patient Triage

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job 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.

Department: Veterinary Assistants

Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Compensation: $16.00 - $26.00 / hour

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