Veterinary Assistant

Thunderbird Veterinary Hospital•Norman, OK

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Thunderbird Veterinary Hospital is a comprehensive veterinary clinic offering a wide range of services from routine wellness check-ups to advanced surgical procedures. They provide in-house diagnostics, dental care, microchipping, grooming, and MLS Laser Therapy for various types of pets. The hospital is looking for enthusiastic individuals to join their team who are passionate about pets and dedicated to providing exceptional care. The hospital's hours of operation are Monday-Thursday and Friday from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, and Saturday from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. They are closed on Sundays.

Requirements

Minimum of 1-year experience as a Veterinary Assistant preferred
Compassionate
Calm
Team Player
Multi-Tasker
Strong Communicator
Must be able to properly restrain pets
Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset

Nice To Haves

Proficient in sample collection
Obtaining medical histories
Processing laboratory tests
Radiographs
Anesthesia monitoring

Responsibilities

Pet restraint
Triage incoming patients
Collection and analysis of lab samples
Diagnostic imaging
Management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability
Administration of medications
Effective communication of treatment plans with clients
Surgical preparation and assistance
Anesthetic management