Job Description

ER/Critical Care Veterinary Assistant/Technician - Swing Shift

Department: Veterinary Assistants

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Compensation: $18.00 - $23.00 / hour

Description

Veterinary Assistant – Emergency & Critical Care (ECC)

Neel Veterinary Hospital

📍 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Neel Veterinary Hospital is growing under a new leadership team focused on clinical excellence, team development, and a strong, supportive culture. We are seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to support our Emergency and Critical Care (ECC) departments in Oklahoma City.

If you are searching for:

• Emergency veterinary assistant jobs in Oklahoma City
• ECC vet assistant roles in OKC
• Veterinary assistant positions in specialty and critical care
• this is an opportunity to join a hospital committed to high standards and a collaborative work environment.

As an Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Assistant, you will provide essential support to veterinarians and technicians in a fast-paced, high-acuity setting. This role is ideal for individuals who remain calm under pressure, are detail-oriented, and are passionate about emergency veterinary medicine.

You will be an integral part of a team delivering advanced care to critically ill and injured patients.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with patient restraint, treatments, and diagnostics
• Support emergency and critical care patient flow during overnight shifts
• Prepare treatment areas, surgical suites, and diagnostic equipment
• Monitor hospitalized patients and report changes in condition
• Collect and process laboratory samples
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of treatment and ICU areas
• Provide compassionate support to clients and patients during emergency visits
• Assist with stocking supplies and maintaining hospital readiness

Skills Knowledge and Expertise

• Previous veterinary assistant experience required
• Emergency, ICU, or specialty experience strongly preferred
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced emergency setting
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to remain calm and focused in high-stress situations
• Comfortable working overnight shifts and weekends
• Passion for emergency and critical care veterinary medicine
• Swing shift and weekend availability required

Benefits

• Under New Leadership
• Our leadership team is actively investing in:
• Strengthening team communication
• Improving workflow and hospital systems
• Supporting career development
• Creating a positive, accountable culture
• Competitive Benefits
• Competitive hourly compensation based on experience
• Paid time off
• Employee pet care discounts
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Continuing education opportunities
• Growth in Emergency & Critical Care
• This role offers exposure to advanced emergency procedures, critical care monitoring, and specialty-level medicine — ideal for assistants who want to expand their skills in ECC veterinary care.
• Neel Veterinary Hospital serves the greater Oklahoma City community with both general practice and emergency services, making it a dynamic and rewarding environment for veterinary professionals seeking growth in emergency veterinary medicine.
• Apply Today
• If you’re a motivated Veterinary Assistant looking to grow your career in Emergency & Critical Care under a supportive new leadership team, we encourage you to apply today.
• Join Neel Veterinary Hospital in Oklahoma City and be part of the next chapter in advanced veterinary care.