Veterinary Assistant: Patient Care & Surgery Support

Western Veterinary Partners; Town of Bethany (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Council Veterinary Hospital in Bethany, Oklahoma seeks a Veterinarian Assistant to support exam rooms, surgeries, dentistry, and outpatient care. The role emphasizes versatile duties, patient care, client service, and documentation in a fast-paced setting.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of veterinary assistant experience, strong animal handling skills, and excellent communication with clients and team. Full-time options with competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a veterinary assistant, animal care, kennel assistant, or related role.
• Proficiency in safe animal handling and restraint for dogs and cats of varying sizes.
• Knowledge of basic veterinary terminology and patient care principles.
• Ability to assist with exams, treatments, and outpatient procedures.
• Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vital signs.
• Ability to maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Compassionate, professional communication with clients and team members.
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Physical ability to stand, bend, lift and restrain patients safely.

Responsibilities

• Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows.
• Assisting veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry.
• Preparing patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures.
• Monitoring anesthesia and supporting patient recovery as directed by the veterinary team.
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately.
• Building positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service.
• Maintaining clean, organized, and fully prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces.

Skills

Animal handling

Vital signs

Record keeping

Team communication

Sterile prep

Job description

Council Veterinary Hospital in Bethany, Oklahoma seeks a Veterinarian Assistant to support exam rooms, surgeries, dentistry, and outpatient care. The role emphasizes versatile duties, patient care, client service, and documentation in a fast-paced setting.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of veterinary assistant experience, strong animal handling skills, and excellent communication with clients and team. Full-time options with competitive benefits are offered.