ER Veterinary Assistant — Weekend Day Shift

PetVet Care Centers; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Parental Leave

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team Member Pet Discounts

Wellbeing support

CE stipends and career development

Relief fund

Local hospital culture

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers’ Carolina Veterinary Specialists – Charlotte is seeking a Veterinary Assistant for weekend daytime shifts in Charlotte, NC. The role supports the Emergency department flow, triages patients, assists in diagnostics and anesthesia, and communicates with clients and staff.

The team emphasizes a Culture of Care, local autonomy with national support, and career development opportunities. Benefits include medical and parental leave, retirement plan, and team discounts.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 year of veterinary assistant experience (2-5 years preferred).
• Must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate instruments used in the Emergency department.
• Receive incoming emergencies, triage patient and monitor vitals; accurate histories.
• Assist in diagnostic procedures including blood work, radiographs, ultrasounds, ECG monitoring.
• Properly document vitals and trends on anesthesia flow sheet.
• Communicate patient status to Emergency Doctor and other staff.

Skills

Venipuncture

Emergency care

Anesthesia monitoring

Patient restraint

Radiography

CPR

Team communication

Time management

Tools

ECG monitoring equipment

Oxygen delivery equipment

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

PetVet Care Centers’ Carolina Veterinary Specialists – Charlotte is seeking a Veterinary Assistant for weekend daytime shifts in Charlotte, NC. The role supports the Emergency department flow, triages patients, assists in diagnostics and anesthesia, and communicates with clients and staff.

The team emphasizes a Culture of Care, local autonomy with national support, and career development opportunities. Benefits include medical and parental leave, retirement plan, and team discounts.