Dental & Surgical Prep Veterinary Assistant

Join the Oak View Animal Clinic Team!

Located in Pea Ridge, AR, conveniently near Bentonville , Oak View Animal Clinic is a well-established, progressive 3-doctor small animal practice providing high-quality, compassionate care to pets and their families throughout Northwest Arkansas.

Our fast-paced hospital offers a wide range of services, including preventative care, surgery, high-speed dentistry, in-house diagnostics, digital dental radiology, medical and vacation boarding, and more .

We are proud to have a friendly, experienced, and supportive team that values collaboration, growth, and exceptional patient care. Many of our team members have been with us for years, creating a welcoming environment where employees feel valued and supported.

If you are passionate about veterinary medicine and looking to join a team that combines advanced medicine with a caring culture, we would love to meet you!

*Part-time position*

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We’re looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team! This role is ideal for someone with at least 1 year of hands-on VA experience who enjoys a fast-paced environment and takes pride in excellent patient care.

Schedule: Primarily afternoon shifts with occasional mornings and weekends.

Responsibilities

Prepare surgical and dental suites with instruments and supplies; Sterilize and maintain surgical and dental equipment; Restock supplies and maintain inventory; Clean and disinfect procedure areas before and after procedures; Assist with patient restraint and monitoring during induction and recovery; Support anesthesia preparation and monitoring setup; Maintain accurate sterilization and equipment prep logs; Assist doctors and technicians with appointments as needed; Provide quality care to hospitalized and boarding patients; Assist with clinic closing duties; Follow all safety and infection control protocols

Requirements

At least 1 year of hands-on Veterinary Assistant experience preferred, surgical or dental prep experience is a plus; Knowledge of sterilization techniques, instrument care, and surgical suite protocols; Comfortable safely handling animals of various sizes and temperaments; Skilled in safe pet restraint, anesthesia monitoring experience is a plus; Comfortable working around clinic sights, sounds, odors, and potential bites, scratches, or contagious diseases; Organized, detail-oriented, and committed to cleanliness; Able to follow detailed instructions and work efficiently in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment; Calm, compassionate, team-oriented, and able to multitask; Strong communication and teamwork skills; Willingness to assist with other hospital duties as needed; Veterinary Assistant certification or related training preferred, but not required; Desire to grow professionally and expand veterinary skills