Experienced Veterinary Assistant - Chatham Animal Hospital

emplois municipaux; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

Mental health support

PTO and paid holidays

Paid parental leave

CE platform access

Job summary

Chatham Animal Hospital in Cary, NC is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our compassionate team.

You will draw blood, vaccinate, and support DVMs, while providing clear communication to clients. We offer a supportive, schedule-flexible environment with health benefits and paid time off.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience in a veterinary setting.
• Comfortable with blood draws and vaccines.
• Strong communication with clients.
• Self-sufficient and a true team player.
• Physically able to stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Draw blood from cats and dogs.
• Administer vaccines.
• Provide clear client communication.
• Support veterinarians in exams and procedures.
• Maintain hospital workflow through teamwork.

Skills

Blood draws

Vaccinations

Client communication

Team player

Physical stamina

Job description

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Experienced Veterinary Assistant - Chatham Animal Hospital

Full Time Non-Vet Labor Chatham Animal Hospital, Cary, NC, US

Salary Range: $16.00 To $20.00 Hourly

Chatham Animal Hospital ~ loving our community since 1983. We provide forward-thinking medicine for cats and dogs, tempered with compassion and respect. Providing exemplary veterinary care at every visit. Our team of skilled and accomplished veterinarians ensures that each patient receives the same care and attention that we would provide to our own animals. We offer full-service veterinary care, in a state-of-the-art facility with all of the of the comforts of home.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Supportive, friend-first environment—we really like each other!
• A "family over formality" culture—we help each other out and have each other’s backs
• The doctors are kind, approachable, and team-focused
• You’ll never be just a number—you matter here

Who You Are:

• A Veterinary Assistant with a positive attitude and great communication skills
• You have at least one year of experience in a veterinary setting
• Confident in blood draws and client communicationSelf-sufficient but also a true team player
• Physically able to handle a fast-paced day (on your feet for 4–5 hours at a time)
• Focused and Reliable

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Drawing blood from cats and dogs like a pro (must-have skill!)
• Giving vaccines to cats and dogs (must-have skill!)
• Providing compassionate, clear communication with clients
• Supporting our DVMs in exams, treatments, and procedures
• Keeping the hospital flowing smoothly with teamwork and initiative

Schedule & Flexibility:

• Business hours are:
  • Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday = 8:00am - 5:30pm
  • Tuesday = 8:00am - 7:00pm
• We’ll work with you to find a schedule that fits—flexibility matters here
• Pet care discounts to keep your own animals healthy
• Health, dental, vision, and 24/7 mental health support
• Generous PTO, paid holidays, and paid parental leave
• Free RACE-approved CE platform with VA and tech-specific content