CityVet Charlotte Uptown Veterinary Assistant - VA

CityVet Support Staff; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with 4% match

Health Savings Account

Paid time off

Flexible schedules

Telemedicine for employees

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

CityVet Charlotte Uptown is seeking a Veterinary Technician Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, focusing on patient care and efficient clinic operations. You will assist with anesthesia prep, patient handling, and front-office coordination under supervision.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year in a veterinary setting, is 18 or older, and can lift 50 lbs. Training is available for the right candidate, with opportunities to grow within a friendly, patient-centered practice.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of veterinary industry experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be 18 years or older at hire.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist Veterinary Technician (VT) with medical, surgical, and dental procedures.
• Help restrain and prepare patients; assist with anesthesia administration.
• Record observations and treatment plans in patient files; support front office.
• Coordinate with Client Service Specialist team as needed.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

CityVet Charlotte Uptown Veterinary Assistant - VA

Charlotte Uptown

Your Kind of Care.

At CityVet, care is personal. It's the way we care for our patients, connect with our clients, and support one another. Our vet-led clinics are built around people who are passionate about making a difference and empowered to provide care in a way that feels authentic to them. When you join CityVet, you're joining a team that values who you are, invests in where you want to go, and believes the best care starts with people who truly care. That's Your Kind of Care.

We are looking for the right person to join our team!

CityVet islooking for Veterinary Technician Assistants -- with a minimum of 1 year of experience -- to join our team! Although previous experience in a veterinary hospital is preferred, we do have entry-level positions available as well.We are willing to train the right candidate!

Responsibilities

The Veterinary Technician Assistant (TA) is responsible for maintaining excellent patient care and operational productivity by helping the Veterinary Technician (VT) leverage their time and efforts to meet the needs of our clients and patients. The Veterinary Technician Assistant works to relieve the Veterinary Technician from technical work and administrative detail to achieve greater levels of efficiency in daily practice. Veterinary Technician Assistants help facilitate and streamline the communication from the operating room to the front office staff and most importantly, the client.

A day in the life:

• Assists the Veterinary Technician (VT) in preparing patients for medical, surgical, and dental surgeries by assisting in the administration of anesthesia and properly restraining the patients as needed for examination and treatment.
• Effectively partner with the Veterinarian and Veterinary Technician (VT) Teams to administer proper patient triage protocol based on the client and facilities' needs and capabilities in a fast-paced and effective manner.
• Aid Veterinary Technicians (VT) with booked appointments, walk-ins, and work-ins, including recording observations/treatment plans in the patient file, and aid in the performance of medical treatments under doctor supervision.
• Assist the Client Service Specialist team when needed
• High school diploma or GED
• At least 18 years of age at the time of hire
• At least 1 year of veterinary industry experience
• Understanding and ability to properly, and safely, restrain animals
• Knowledgeable on veterinary medical terminology and medication
• Lift 50 lbs to waist height
• Frequent standing, bending, walking, lifting, carrying, and reaching
• Strong organizational skills
• Self-motivated & team-oriented

Caring For You

We know that caring for people and their pets requires energy, empathy, and resilience, so we make it a priority to care for our people by investing in programs, resources, and benefits that support their professional and personal well-being. Eligible Team Members may choose from a range of benefits that help support them and their families through every stage of life.

• Investment in Your Future. A 401(k) retirement savings plan with a 4% employer match, a Health Savings Account option, and growth opportunities.
• Work-Life Balance.Enjoy paid time off and floating holidays, flexible schedules, and paid parental leave.
• Exceptional Health and Supplemental Benefits. Health, Dental (+Adult Ortho option!), Vision, Disability, & Life Insurance, Personal Pet-Care Program, Employee Discount Program.
• Care When You Need It. We provide free telemedicine for all full-time team members and their families, as well as comprehensive in-the-moment mental health benefits through our robust Employee Assistance Program.

Voluntary Self-Identification

Qualified resume submissions are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability. If you choose to complete this survey, your responses will be kept confidential. Completion of this form is VOLUNTARY and your decision not to complete it will NOT preclude you from employment consideration.