We are hiring a brilliant Veterinary Assistant to join our passionate team at Southern Veterinary Partners in Yukon, OK.
Growing your career as a Full Time Veterinary Assistant is a great opportunity to develop exceptional skills.
If you are strong in critical thinking, leadership and have the right personality for the job, then apply for the position of Veterinary Assistant at Southern Veterinary Partners today!
Yukon Hills Animal Hospital is located in Yukon, Oklahoma. Established in 1979, Yukon Hills Animal Hospital has grown and become one of the top hospitals in Oklahoma. Our modern hospital includes complete surgical and dental facilities, anaesthesia monitoring, digital radiology, pharmacy, diagnostic laboratory, treatment room, ICU/recovery ward, isolation and general medical wards. It is our commitment to provide quality veterinary care throughout the life of our patients' pets. We have a great team with a fast paced pleasant working environment. If you are a passionate and caring team player please apply today!
The Veterinary Assistant is responsible for assisting Veterinarians and Credentialed Veterinary Technicians in the care of animals, the hospital, and all medical equipment and machinery. Assistants will help maintain a clean, efficient, and healthy environment for animals being treated or boarded at the hospital. The Veterinary Assistant is a crucial part of the medical team and is responsible for advocating for the patient as well as education of the clients.
Assist doctors and credentialed veterinary technicians with appointments, prepping patients for surgery and minor procedures, and pro-actively set up any equipment and or tools to be used for a patientCollect and prepare laboratory samples such as fecal, urine, and ear cytologiesRestrain animals in a safe, efficient and compassionate manner during examinations and procedures Obtain accurate vital signs on patients Document any changes of a pet's condition and vital signs appropriately in medical records and notify doctor or veterinary technicians of any unusual medical or behavioral problems Communication with all aspects of the medical team from the front Customer Service Staff to the Kennel TechniciansMaintain the cleanliness of the hospital including kennels and runs, treatment areas, exam rooms, and surgery suite Care and maintenance of all medical equipment including laboratory machines, surgical packs, anesthesia machines, and any other tools that are essential to daily operationsCommunicate with clients per hospital policy in a compassionate and professional way on either the status of their pet, or any questions they may have Perform other duties as assigned by doctors, receptionists, and veterinary technicians to assist in the smooth flow of the daily operation of the hospital High School diploma or GED certificate Flexible schedule including some weekend and holiday shiftsKnowledge of medical procedures and animal handlingMust have computer skills, including a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and ExcelMust possess strong communication skills, good judgment and be able to manage stressful situationsMust have the physical and mental capacity to perform in a fast paced and challenging environmentExcellent communication skills, a sense of urgency, and working harmoniously with teammates is required Must be dependable, demonstrate strong work ethic, and a willingness to learnMust be able to lift up to 50 pounds Ready to help us WAG?
We live out our WAG Values on a daily basis, but don't just take our word for it. Check out the video below to hear directly from some of our teammates on what our WAG Values mean to them. Benefits Our team members enjoy an extensive, comprehensive benefits package. When you're on our team, we've got you covered.
Pay range of $15.00-19.00/hour based on experience.YOUR HEALTH - COVERED.
Health InsuranceDental InsurancePaid Time OffVision InsuranceCritical Illness InsuranceMental Health CounselingHospital Indemnity InsuranceLife & Accident InsuranceLong & Short-term Disability InsuranceTeledoc- FREE doctor access 24/7 YOUR FAMILY - COVERED.
Caring for Elderly FamilyReturning to Work After a BabyDivorceMoving to a New CommunityGrieving for a Lost Loved OneMilitary Family MattersJob Relocation Buying or Selling a Home YOUR FINANCES - COVERED.
Sign-on Bonuses Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountBudgeting and Financial GuidanceTeammate Referral ProgramDiscounted Veterinary CareRetirement PlanningWill and Testament PlanningTax IssuesIdentify Theft RecoveryLegal CounselingTeammate Assistance ProgramAbout Southern Veterinary Partners
SVP pursues partnerships with like-minded veterinarians to build this growing network of compassionate, service-oriented animal hospitals. We're based in Birmingham, AL, but the heartbeat of our organization is in our 300+ local animal hospitals across the country.
Our team's continuous dedication has rewarded us with remarkable growth, and Southern Veterinary Partners now employs more than 5,000 employees nationwide. The organization's success has not gone unnoticed, landing us recognition among Inc. 5000's List of "Fastest Growing Companies in America" (2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021), Birmingham Business Journal's "FastTrack 30" of the Fastest Growing Companies in Birmingham (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021), and Birmingham Business Journal's "Best Places to Work" (2021).
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Benefits of working as a Veterinary Assistant in Yukon, OK:
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