Veterinary Assistant - Growth, Benefits & Compassionate Care

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

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.