Compassionate Vet Assistant - Part-Time, Flexible Schedule

Mebane-Veterinary-Hospital; Mebane (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Disability insurance

Job summary

Mebane Veterinary Hospital in North Carolina is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional experiences for clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care.

We value dependable, people-oriented team players who enjoy variety, with a focus on compassionate client communication, accurate medical records, and safe animal handling. No weekends and a flexible, weekday schedule.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary assistant role is required
• Safe animal handling and restraint skills for dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments
• Compassionate, professional communication with clients and team members
• Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vital signs preferred
• Phlebotomy and IV catheter placement
• Knowledge of basic veterinary terminology and patient care principles
• Ability to assist with exams, treatments, and outpatient procedures
• Ability to maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic
• Physical ability to stand, bend, lift, and restrain patients safely throughout the workday

Responsibilities

• Obtaining patient histories and assisting veterinarians during exams and treatments
• Providing safe, gentle patient handling and restraint for dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments
• Collecting blood and urine samples, placing IV catheters, and running in-house laboratory diagnostics
• Administering vaccines and medications under the direction of our veterinarians
• Filling prescriptions and supporting accurate medication management
• Assisting with radiographs and supporting diagnostic workflows
• Assisting with drop-off and hospitalized patient care throughout the day
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Keeping treatment areas stocked, clean, and running smoothly throughout the shift
• Building positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service

Skills

1+ years experience

Safe animal handling

Client communication

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

IV catheter placement

Medical records

Team collaboration

Dependable attendance

Physical stamina

Job description

Mebane Veterinary Hospital in North Carolina is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional experiences for clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care.

We value dependable, people-oriented team players who enjoy variety, with a focus on compassionate client communication, accurate medical records, and safe animal handling. No weekends and a flexible, weekday schedule.