Compassionate Veterinary Assistant — Patient Care & Surgery Support

Heartland Veterinary Partners LLC; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Bonus incentive

Flexible work schedules

Career and professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Heartland Veterinary Partners LLC is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians with patient care, exam prep, and basic in-house lab work at our Hickory, NC clinic. You will help monitor hospitalized pets, obtain samples, and educate clients while maintaining safety and compassionate service.

Weekend availability is required and prior veterinary experience is preferred. This role offers a collaborative team environment, opportunities for professional development, and

Qualifications

• Weekend availability as required.
• Previous veterinary experience preferred.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance
• Basic math and the ability to calculate medication dosages
• Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS Office applications, etc.
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
• Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, as well as providing client education.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs of the patient during surgery.
• Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures.
• Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the discretion of the veterinarian.
• Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment, and lab areas; restock exam rooms with supplies. Assist other team members to keep the public areas of the practice clean; clean and maintain all medical equipment.
• Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all interactions with clients; exercise compassion and care in all interactions with patients.
• Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members including client discussions, patient plans, client concerns, etc.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patience & Compassion

Collaboration & Teamwork

Communicating

Active Listening

Organization Skills

Client Satisfaction

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Heartland Veterinary Partners LLC is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians with patient care, exam prep, and basic in-house lab work at our Hickory, NC clinic. You will help monitor hospitalized pets, obtain samples, and educate clients while maintaining safety and compassionate service.

Weekend availability is required and prior veterinary experience is preferred. This role offers a collaborative team environment, opportunities for professional development, and