Veterinary Assistant - ICU

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

Job summary

A leading veterinary hospital in Oklahoma City is seeking a full-time ICU Veterinary Assistant. The ideal candidate will have veterinary care experience, strong communication skills, and a passion for patient care. Responsibilities include handling patients, administering medications, and collaborating with the veterinary team. Join a dynamic team dedicated to providing exceptional care 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

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

Responsibilities

• Safely handle and restrain patients, ensuring animal and staff safety.
• Accurately administer medications via IV, subcutaneous, and oral routes.
• Collaborate closely with veterinarians for high-quality patient care.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Patient Triage

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 - $26.00 / 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
• 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