Veterinary Assistant

Job Title: Veterinary Assistant

Schedule: Full-Time | 3–4 days per week | 10–12 hour shifts

Location: Tulsa, OK

Pay: $16–$17 per hour

Veterinary Assistant Position Summary

The Veterinary Assistant is a key member of the veterinary healthcare team, supporting veterinarians and veterinary technicians in delivering high-quality care to animals. This role involves a combination of hands-on animal care, clinical support, and administrative responsibilities to ensure the clinic operates efficiently and patients receive exceptional care.

Veterinary Assistant Key Responsibilities

Animal Care & Handling

• Assist with safely restraining and handling animals during exams and procedures
• Ensure the comfort, safety, and well-being of all patients

Laboratory Support

• Prepare and process lab samples (blood, urine, fecal) as directed
• Accurately document and maintain lab results

Medical Equipment & Treatment Support

• Clean, sterilize, and maintain equipment and exam rooms
• Assist with medical procedures and treatment setup

Patient Monitoring

• Observe patients before, during, and after procedures
• Report any changes in condition or concerns promptly

Animal Husbandry

• Provide daily care including feeding, grooming, and bathing
• Administer medications as directed
• Maintain clean and sanitary enclosures and hospital areas

Client Interaction

• Support client communication, including scheduling and answering calls
• Provide basic education on treatments and post-care instructions

Inventory Management

• Assist with ordering, stocking, and organizing supplies
• Monitor expiration dates and properly dispose of outdated items

Administrative Support

• Maintain medical records, assist with billing, and complete general clerical tasks

Veterinary Assistant Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Previous veterinary or animal-related experience preferred
• Basic knowledge of animal care and handling
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organization and time management abilities
• Basic computer proficiency
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work with animals of varying sizes and temperaments

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* Hold or restrain animals during veterinary procedures.
* Monitor animals recovering from surgery and notify veterinarians of any unusual changes or symptoms.
* Fill medication prescriptions.
* Clean and maintain kennels, animal holding areas, examination or operating rooms, or animal loading or unloading facilities to control the spread of disease.
* Examine animals to detect behavioral changes or clinical symptoms that could indicate illness or injury.
* Perform routine laboratory tests or diagnostic tests, such as taking or developing x-rays.
* Assist veterinarians in examining animals to determine the nature of illnesses or injuries.
* Administer medication, immunizations, or blood plasma to animals as prescribed by veterinarians.
* Collect laboratory specimens, such as blood, urine, or feces, for testing.
* Perform office reception duties, such as scheduling appointments or helping customers.
* Clean, maintain, and sterilize instruments or equipment.
* Record information relating to animal genealogy, feeding schedules, appearance, behavior, or breeding.
* Provide emergency first aid to sick or injured animals.