Experienced Veterinary Assistant
Community Veterinary Partners
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Brunswick Forest Veterinary Hospital in Leland, NC is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join a fast-paced, AAHA-accredited team. You will support doctors and technicians, assist with exams, treatments, radiographs, and patient recovery, while delivering compassionate care to pets and their families.
We offer a collaborative environment, opportunities for growth, a strong benefits package including health/dental/vision, paid time off, and continuing education.
Qualifications
- Previous veterinary assistant or animal care experience.
- Comfortable safely handling and restraining dogs and cats.
- Strong communication and client service skills.
- Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Willingness to learn and continue developing veterinary skills.
- Dependable, positive, and team-oriented.
- Comfortable assisting with cleaning and maintaining hospital areas as needed.
- Experience with Cornerstone Practice Management Software.
- Competitive compensation + Monthly Bonus Opportunities.
- Health, dental, vision, and mental health support (24/7 access).
- Generous Paid Time Off, paid parental leave, and holiday pay.
- Free RACE-approved Continuing Education, including Veterinary Assistant and Technician content.
- 401(k) with employer match
- Incentive programs recognizing team contributions
- Personal pet care discounts at CVP hospitals + pet insurance discounts
- Internal career growth, mentorship, and advancement opportunities across the CVP network
Responsibilities
- Assist veterinarians and technicians during appointments, treatments, and procedures
- Safely restrain and handle dogs and cats
- Prepare exam rooms and treatment areas for appointments and procedures
- Assist with surgical preparation and patient recovery
- Support blood draws, laboratory sample collection, and diagnostic testing
- Assist with radiographs and other diagnostic procedures
- Administer medications and treatments under the direction of the veterinary team
- Monitor and provide basic nursing care for hospitalized patients
- Clean, disinfect, and maintain treatment, surgical, and patient areas
- Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients
- Maintain accurate patient information and medical records
- Work closely with doctors, technicians, and fellow assistants to keep the hospital running smoothly
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Full Time Non-Vet Labor Leland, NC, US
2 days ago Requisition ID: 4752
Salary Range: $17.00 To $21.00 Hourly
Brunswick Forest Veterinary Hospital | Leland, NC
Are you an experienced Veterinary Assistant who is passionate about animal care and enjoys being part of a supportive, collaborative team? Brunswick Forest Veterinary Hospital in Leland, NC is looking for a dependable and enthusiastic Veterinary Assistant to join our growing team.
As an AAHA-accredited veterinary hospital, we're committed to providing high-quality medicine while creating a positive environment where our team members can learn, grow, and feel valued. If you enjoy a fast-paced environment, value teamwork, and want to make a difference for pets and their families, we'd love to meet you.
- AAHA-accredited hospital committed to high-quality medicine
- Supportive doctors, technicians, and teammates who work together
- Hands-on opportunities to learn and expand your veterinary skills
- Positive, collaborative work environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll support our doctors and technicians while helping provide excellent care to our patients. Responsibilities may include:
- Assist veterinarians and technicians during appointments, treatments, and procedures
- Safely restrain and handle dogs and cats
- Prepare exam rooms and treatment areas for appointments and procedures
- Assist with surgical preparation and patient recovery
- Support blood draws, laboratory sample collection, and diagnostic testing
- Assist with radiographs and other diagnostic procedures
- Administer medications and treatments under the direction of the veterinary team
- Monitor and provide basic nursing care for hospitalized patients
- Clean, disinfect, and maintain treatment, surgical, and patient areas
- Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients
- Maintain accurate patient information and medical records
- Work closely with doctors, technicians, and fellow assistants to keep the hospital running smoothly
- Previous veterinary assistant or animal care experience
- Comfortable safely handling and restraining dogs and cats
- Strong communication and client service skills
- Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
- Willingness to learn and continue developing veterinary skills
- Dependable, positive, and team-oriented
- Comfortable assisting with cleaning and maintaining hospital areas as needed
- Experience with Cornerstone Practice Management Software
- Competitive compensation + Monthly Bonus Opportunities
- Health, dental, vision, and mental health support (24/7 access)
- Generous Paid Time Off, paid parental leave, and holiday pay
- Free RACE-approved Continuing Education, including Veterinary Assistant and Technician content
- 401(k) with employer match
- Incentive programs recognizing team contributions
- Personal pet care discounts at CVP hospitals + pet insurance discounts
- Internal career growth, mentorship, and advancement opportunities across the CVP network
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