Veterinary Assistant - ICU

Northwest Veterinary Hospital; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Un cabinet vétérinaire reconnu à Oklahoma City cherche un Assistant Vétérinaire ICU à temps plein. Le candidat doit avoir une passion pour les soins aux animaux, une bonne communication, et une expérience en médecine vétérinaire. Les responsabilités incluent la manipulation des patients, l'administration de médicaments, et la coopération avec des vétérinaires. Des avantages comme l'assurance maladie et le développement de carrière sont offerts.

Benefits

Congés payés (PTO)

Assurance santé

Assurance dentaire

Assurance vision

Réductions pour les employés

Horaires flexibles

401K avec match de l'entreprise

Développement de carrière et formation

Qualifications

• Diplôme de fin d'études secondaires ou GED requis.
• Expérience d'au moins 1 an en médecine vétérinaire préférée.
• Capacité à communiquer efficacement avec les clients et le personnel.

Responsibilities

• Manipuler et restreindre les patients en toute sécurité.
• Administrer des médicaments par diverses voies.
• Collaborer avec des vétérinaires pour offrir des soins de qualité.

Skills

Communication

Manipulation sécuritaire des patients

Administration des médicaments

Collaboration en équipe

Procédures diagnostiques

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