Veterinary Assistant - Specialty

National Veterinary Associates; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Technician to join Oakridge Equine Hospital. In this full-time role, you will be responsible for providing excellent patient care, making critical assessments, and assisting in advanced therapeutic procedures. Ideal candidates will have solid horse handling skills, strong work ethics, and a passion for equine health.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with employer match

Paid time off including sick time

Qualifications

• Certified Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant.
• Ability to remain composed in stressful situations.
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and physical examinations.
• Assist DVMs in diagnostics and treatment procedures.
• Maintain accurate medical records for patients.

Skills

Horse handling

Client communication

Critical thinking

Patient assessment

Education

Certified Veterinary Technician

Tools

Clinical Laboratory Procedures

Physical Examinations

Job description

Position type Support Staff (Self Service Portal)

Company Oakridge Equine Hospital

Country United States

City Edmond

Job type Veterinary Technician

Business unit Hospitals

Group Equine

Division Equine Group 1

Hospital/Resort # 1093 - Oakridge Equine Hospital

Reason for opening New

Number of opening(s) 1

Vacancy date 03-Jun-2025

Role type Full-time

Are you a veterinary technician with a solid foundation in horsemanship, seeking a challenging yet rewarding position in equine medicine? If so,Oakridge Equine Hospital has an opportunity for you!

About Us:

At Oakridge Equine, we understand that your horse is more than ‘just a horse’.

As such, it is our goal to work collaboratively, pulling from our diverse backgrounds in equine medicine, to ensure the best possible outcome for our patients and clients. We offer world-class surgical hospital setting, providing comprehensive solutions to all areas horse health and wellness needs.

What to Expect :

· Mentorship & Utilization: Our Doctors enjoy having the opportunity to mentor, guide and support professional development all while allowing techs to flex their skill set and really partner in patient care.

· Quality Medicine. Our team of Doctors and Technicians utilize state of the art equipment to perform advanced techniques providing excellent care and treatment services.

· Patient Care is our priority: We are advocates for our patients and ensure that we provide outstanding care along with excellent client education and communication.

The Ideal Candidate:

· You are a Certified Veterinary technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant, with solid horse handling skills and a basic knowledge of equine behavior .

· A team player, you enjoy a fast-paced environment and can think critically on your feet

· You are able to remain composed in stressful and emotional situations

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Motivated, dependable individual with a strong work ethic and a love for horses

· Must be able to lift 40lbs

· You possess clinical skills and experience that might include (but are not limited to):

o Patient assessment and physical examinations

o Phlebotomy, catheter placement & management of fluid administration

o Utilizing different modalities of imaging for patient assessment, set up and use.

o Assisting DVM's in patient diagnostics, treatment, and procedures

o Knowledge of basic laboratory procedures such as CBC/Chem/SAA/fecal testing/IGG/PRP

o Preparing, updating, and completing patient treatments and maintaining accurate medical records

Anticipated Schedule (TBD):

· Full-time and Part-time positions available

· Weekend and after-hours availability one weekend a month

· Our Clinic provides care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year!

· Salary is commensurate with experience and credentials; minimum starting wage $12/hr.

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

NVA, a community of approximately 1,400 premier locations consisting primarily of general practice veterinary hospitals in addition to equine hospitals and pet resorts, and Ethos Veterinary Health, which consists of 145 world-class specialty and emergency hospitals, are rooted in a culture of compassion and innovation.

NVA and Ethos Veterinary Health’s innovative, collaborative approach underpins a shared commitment to delivering exceptional veterinary care. For more information, visit www.nva.com.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.