ER/Critical Care Veterinary Assistant/Technician - Swing Shift

ER/Critical Care Veterinary Assistant/Technician - Swing Shift

Veterinary Assistant – Emergency & Critical Care (ECC) Red Plains Veterinary Emergency + Referral Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Red Plains Veterinary Emergency + Referral 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.

• Red Plains Veterinary Emergency + Referral 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.