Full-Time Veterinary Assistant - 4-Day Week, No Weekends

Western Veterinary Partners; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance and disability

401k with company match

Paid time off

Bonus package

Job summary

North Hills Animal Hospital & Resort, part of Western Veterinary Partners, seeks an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support exam rooms, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures in a fast-paced setting. You will assist veterinarians, handle patients safely, prepare rooms and equipment, monitor anesthesia, and contribute to documentation and client education.

The role offers a full-time schedule (4 days/week, 7:30 AM–6:00 PM) with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a veterinary assistant, animal care, kennel assistant, or related role preferred
• Proficiency in safe animal handling and restraint for dogs and cats of varying sizes
• Knowledge of basic veterinary terminology, vaccine protocols, and patient care principles
• Ability to assist with exams, treatments, and outpatient procedures
• Phlebotomy, SQ, IM, IV injections, and IV catheter placement
• Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining weights and vital signs
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and communicate with clients professionally
• Physical ability to stand, bend, lift, and restrain patients safely

Responsibilities

• Support efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry
• Provide safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care
• Prepare patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures
• Monitor anesthesia and support patient recovery as directed by the veterinary team
• Perform dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Review treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Build positive client relationships through education and attentive service
• Maintain clean, organized exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces

Skills

Safe animal handling

Veterinary terminology

Exam and outpatient assistance

Phlebotomy and injections

Vital signs and histories

multitasking under pressure

Client communication

Physical endurance

Job description

North Hills Animal Hospital & Resort, part of Western Veterinary Partners, seeks an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support exam rooms, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures in a fast-paced setting. You will assist veterinarians, handle patients safely, prepare rooms and equipment, monitor anesthesia, and contribute to documentation and client education.

The role offers a full-time schedule (4 days/week, 7:30 AM–6:00 PM) with competitive pay and benefits.