Lead Veterinary Assistant

@ Animal Medical & Surgical Hospital
Animal Medical & Surgical Hospitalanimalmedical&surgicalhospital.com

Lead Veterinary Assistant

Tulsa, OK
Posted 2 days ago

About the job

Animal Medical & Surgical Hospital has served Tulsa since 1983, providing high-quality pet care. We seek a Lead Veterinary Assistant to lead, train, and support our team, ensuring excellent patient and client care in a compassionate environment.

Requirements

  • 3+ years veterinary assistant experience
  • Team supervision or shift-leadership
  • Training and leadership skills
  • Proficiency in venipuncture and injections
  • Client communication

Qualifications

  • High emotional intelligence
  • Ability to multitask and manage time
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Leadership interest

Full job description

Animal Medical & Surgical Hospital is seeking a Lead Veterinary Assistant to join our growing team. This an excellent opportunity for skilled Veterinary Assistants looking to take the next step in their career and develop as a leader within a supportive environment!

In this role, you will provide leadership to our veterinary assistant team alongside general veterinary assistant responsibilities, including inpatient and outpatient care, exam room assistance, and surgical assistance.

Leadership responsibilities will focus on day-to-day delegation of tasks to optimize workflow, ensuring safety and medical standards are being met, and providing guidance, training, and mentorship to the support team.

This is an ideal position for those with high emotional intelligence, the ability to cultivate positive culture, and excellent multi-tasking and time management skills.

Schedule: This is a full-time position, with a schedule and availability needed Monday-Saturdays. Saturdays are on rotation every other week.

Full-time benefits and compensation**:
  • Compensation: $15-$17 per hour, for each hour worked*
  • Bonus package: $500 for those with 3+ years of consecutive, current VA experience
  • Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance and disability
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401k options
  • Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law

Minimum qualifications and skillset:
  • 3+ years of prior veterinary assistant experience
  • Experience with team supervision or shift-leadership preferred
  • Experience and interest in training others and advancing leadership skills
  • Proficiency in the following skills:
    • Venipuncture and SQ Injections
    • Dental Assisting and radiographs
    • Proficient with Idexx or lab equipment
    • Surgical Assisting and Anesthesia Monitoring
    • Client Communication and Education

Animal Medical & Surgical Hospital is proud to serve Tulsa and the surrounding communities with a dedicated team of two experienced veterinarians committed to providing exceptional patient care. Since 1983, we have built a reputation for delivering the highest level of veterinary medicine while fostering a welcoming, compassionate environment for pets and their families. We believe in treating every patient as if they were our own, providing the same loving attention and personalized care. Our highly trained doctors and support staff work collaboratively to deliver comprehensive medical, surgical, dental, and preventive care, ensuring every pet receives outstanding care throughout every stage of life.

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*To determine specific pay Company will consider the following factors: the applicant's education, training, or experience related to the job position, geographic location where the work is performed, and other relevant factors.

**During the process, you may request more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location where the work is performed. Where required under applicable law, WVP provides eligible employees with leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with state and local law.

WVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local laws. WVP will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.

Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodations under applicable state and local law, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact People Operations, if you need assistance completing the application process.
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