Veterinary Assistant Warr Acres Animal Clinic

Heartland Veterinary Partners; Warr Acres (OK); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A trusted veterinary practice seeks a Veterinary Assistant for their Warr Acres Animal Clinic. The role involves assisting in surgeries, patient care, and client education. Ideal candidates should have a compassion for animals, strong teamwork skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Paid time off

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plans

Bonuses

Flexible schedules

Professional development opportunities

Employee Assistance and Referral Programs

Qualifications

• Previous veterinary experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds independently.
• Basic math skills for medication calculations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in veterinary medicine and surgery, outpatient exams, and patient monitoring.
• Collect samples, perform lab tests, and prepare specimens.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed.

Skills

Patience

Compassion

Teamwork

Communication

Organization Skills

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Veterinary Assistant Warr Acres Animal Clinic

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Warr Acres Animal Clinic is a trusted veterinary practice in Oklahoma City, OK, offering various services to keep animal companions healthy and happy. Our commitment to excellence in veterinary medicine is matched by our genuine love for animals.

About the Role

The Veterinary Assistant assists veterinarians and technicians with patient care and treatment, monitors hospitalized pets, maintains inventory, prepares prescriptions, performs routine laboratory work, educates clients, and assists with surgeries.

We are a four-doctor practice, open Monday-Friday 7am-6pm and Saturdays 7:30am-12pm. We perform daily surgeries, have an in-house lab, digital radiographs, ultrasound, and cold laser therapy. There is lots to do and see.

Key Competencies

• Patience & Compassion: Maintaining professionalism and making everyone comfortable, responding calmly to crises while ensuring high-quality care.
• Teamwork & Collaboration: Coordinating effectively with team members and veterinarians, sharing ideas, and incorporating feedback.
• Communication & Active Listening: Conveying instructions clearly and understanding needs based on experience and feedback.
• Organization Skills: Managing lab specimens, medications, instructions, and workflow efficiently.
• Client Satisfaction: Ensuring interactions and activities result in high client satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Assist in veterinary medicine and surgery, outpatient exams, and patient monitoring.
• Collect samples, perform lab tests, and prepare specimens.
• Take and develop radiographs following safety protocols.
• Handle and restrain animals during exams.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of exam rooms and equipment.
• Provide compassionate service to clients and patients.
• Communicate effectively with team members and clients.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to work weekends as needed.
• Previous veterinary experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds independently, more with assistance.
• Follow OSHA safety procedures, including PPE use.
• Basic math skills for medication calculations.
• Proficiency with computers and MS Office.
• Strong communication skills for patient safety.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plans
• Bonuses
• Flexible schedules
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance and Referral Programs

Pay Range: USD $12.00 - USD $15.00/hr

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industry: Veterinary Services

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