Veterinary Assistant: Surgical & Dental Care Pro

University Animal Hospital; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to $500

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401k with company match

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

University Animal Hospital in Norman, Oklahoma, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support clients and patients across hospital care. This versatile role offers duties in exam rooms, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures, with a 4/10 schedule and Saturday half-days.

Compensation ranges from $14 to $18 per hour with a comprehensive benefits package. If you are dependable, motivated, and comfortable multitasking in a fast-paced clinic, we want to hear from

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/cats of varying sizes.
• Knowledge of basic veterinary terminology and patient care principles.
• Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vitals.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established protocols.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Physical ability to stand, bend, lift and restrain patients safely.

Responsibilities

• Support efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows.
• Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry.
• Provide safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care.
• Prepare patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures.
• Monitor anesthesia and support patient recovery as directed by the veterinary team.
• Perform dental prophylaxis and dental radiography.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Review treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately.

Skills

Animal handling

Vet terminology

Patient histories & vitals

Attention to detail

Org & time management

Attendance & reliability

Mobility & lifting

Job description

University Animal Hospital in Norman, Oklahoma, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support clients and patients across hospital care. This versatile role offers duties in exam rooms, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures, with a 4/10 schedule and Saturday half-days.

Compensation ranges from $14 to $18 per hour with a comprehensive benefits package. If you are dependable, motivated, and comfortable multitasking in a fast-paced clinic, we want to hear from