Part-Time Veterinary Assistant

American Veterinary Group; Belmont (NC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Match

Discounted Veterinary Care

Scrub allowance

Hands-on and E-training

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

American Veterinary Group is seeking a Part-Time Veterinary Assistant for South Point Pet Hospital to support veterinarians with patient care in a fast-paced, multi-doctor practice. The role involves restraining animals, stocking rooms, sterilizing tools, and updating patient records while providing excellent client service.

The ideal candidate demonstrates professionalism, reliability, strong communication, and the ability to multitask.

Qualifications

• Professionalism, dependability and clear communication in a fast-paced setting.
• Ability to multi-task in a hands-on environment.
• Compassionate and caring approach to animals and clients.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including weekends.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Self-starter who completes daily tasks with minimal direction.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in the care of animals and during examinations.
• Restrain animals during initial examinations when necessary.
• Stock examination and surgery rooms with supplies and sterilize tools.
• Update patient files and communicate with clients.

Skills

Customer service

Lifting up to 40 lbs

Job description

Part-Time Veterinary Assistant

Department: General Practice Hospitals

Employment Type: Part Time

Location: South Point Pet Hospital

Reporting To: Rachel Whitaker

Description

Our hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to help provide outstanding patient care and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor animal hospital.

The Veterinary Assistant is responsible for assisting Veterinarians in the care of animals. The Assistant helps during initial examinations by restraining animals when necessary, stocking examination and surgery rooms with supplies, sterilizing tools and ensuring that equipment is in working order. Veterinary Assistants also communicate with clients (pet owners) and update patient files.

Ideal Candidate

• Demonstrates professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task in a hands-on environment


• Energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills


• Be compassionate/caring


• Willing to work flexible hours including weekends


• Can work individually, as well as on a team


• Self-starter personality that can complete daily tasks without the need for constant direction

Skills, Knowledge, & Expertise

• Prior Customer Service Experience


• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.


• This position requires regular on-site presence as an essential function of the role. Due to the nature of veterinary hospital operations, in-person attendance is necessary to support patient care, respond to time-sensitive needs, collaborate with clinical teams, and maintain the safety and well-being of patients, clients, and staff.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and will consider requests for reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable laws.

Benefits

• 401k Match


• Discounted Veterinary Care


• Scrub allowance


• Hands-on and E-training


• Professional growth opportunities