Veterinary Assistant - ICU

New Jersey Department of Children and Families; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Neel Veterinary Hospital is hiring full-time ICU Veterinary Assistants in Oklahoma City. Responsibilities include patient care, medication administration, and working closely with a collaborative team. Ideal candidates possess veterinary experience, effective communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedules

401K with company match

Career development and training

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 year of veterinary medicine experience preferred.
• Communicate well with clients, visitors, veterinarians, and staff.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Veterinary care experience

Effective communication

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Veterinary Assistant - ICU

Department: Veterinary Assistants

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Compensation: $16.00 - $24.00 / hour

Description

Neel Veterinary Hospital is now hiring for full-time ICU veterinary assistants to join our team!

We are searching for individuals with veterinary care experience who are excited to learn, work well on a team, enjoy a fast-paced climate, and place patient care as the most important aspect of their role. Our 24 hour hospital offers a variety of caseload, including exotic patients. This role would be for our general practice department.

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
• Preferred have at least 1 year of veterinary medicine experience
• Must be a bright, friendly, and effective communicator in order to communicate with clients, visitors, veterinarians, and other hospital staff. (It's okay if you talk to animals, too!)
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, and move freely for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift 50 squirming pounds
• Must be able to work in a veterinary environment with exposure to infection 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

About Neel Veterinary Hospital

Neel Veterinary Hospital is a 14k square foot, hybrid/full-service small animal veterinary hospital, serving the Oklahoma City community for over 30 years. We have a collaborative team of DVMs, including multiple specialists (Surgery, ABVP), Rotating Small Animal Interns, and experienced knowledgeable support staff members. We have nine exam rooms, a double surgery suite, a full in-house lab, u/s, radiology, a fully staffed 24/7 ICU, and the only pet-specific Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Chamber in Oklahoma.

Our goal is to provide the care and facilities necessary to make sure that the pets entrusted to us live long and healthy life, as pain-free and as comfortably as possible. We accomplish this by employing only an empathetic, respectful, knowledgeable, and dedicated staff, maintaining a state-of-the-art, clean and comfortable hospital, utilizing cutting-edge technology and preventative health care plans, and always putting the health and comfort of the pet first above all else.

At Neel Veterinary Hospital, your pet has access to the greatest variety and most advanced medical services and procedures available in the state, as well as collaborative and hands-on mentorship. We take every step to give pets the best possible care and the first step is our wonderful staff.

Equal Opportunity Employer Policy

Neel Veterinary Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.