Veterinary Assistant

Animal Kingdom Veterinary Hospital; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Animal Kingdom Veterinary Hospital in Cary, NC is seeking a Part-Time Veterinary Assistant to join a friendly, close-knit team. The ideal candidate values patient care, teamwork, and compassionate client communication. Salary ranges from $16.00 to $19.00 per hour, based on experience.

You'll assist veterinarians during appointments, monitor anesthesia, answer client questions, and help with daily hospital operations, including kennel care on holiday shifts. Some weekend shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• Veterinary Assistant with a positive attitude and strong communication.
• At least 1 year of veterinary experience preferred.
• Comfortable answering phones and interacting with clients.
• Confident, dependable and detail-oriented.
• Able to work independently while thriving in a team.
• Anesthesia monitoring experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care and support veterinarians during appointments and treatments.
• Monitor anesthesia and assist with surgical procedures.
• Answer phones and assist clients with scheduling and questions; check patients in and out.
• Provide compassionate client communication and education.
• Support daily hospital operations and team needs.
• Assist with kennel care during holiday shifts.

Skills

Communication skills

Phone handling

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Independent worker

Anesthesia monitoring

Job description

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Part-Time Veterinary Assistant

Non-Vet Labor Animal Kingdom Veterinary Hospital, Cary, NC, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 4568

Salary Range: $16.00 To $19.00 Hourly

Veterinary Assistant – Animal Kingdom Veterinary Hospital

Pay: $16.00–$19.00/hour based on experience

Welcome to Animal Kingdom Veterinary Hospital, where top-quality care meets small-town charm in the heart of Cary, NC. We’re a friendly, close-knit team that believes in treating every pet like royalty. We’re looking for a compassionate Veterinary Assistant who enjoys working as part of a collaborative team and is excited to grow with us.

Why You'll Love It Here

• Supportive, friend-first environment — we genuinely enjoy working together


• A \"family over formality\" culture where everyone helps one another


• Kind, approachable, and team-focused veterinarians


• You'll never be just a number — your contributions are valued every day

Who You Are

• Veterinary Assistant with a positive attitude and excellent communication skills


• At least 1 year of experience in a veterinary setting preferred


• Comfortable answering phones and interacting with clients


• Confident, dependable, and detail-oriented


• Able to work independently while thriving in a team environment


• Anesthesia and surgery monitoring experience is a plus

What You'll Be Doing

• Assist with patient care and support veterinarians during appointments and treatments


• Monitor anesthesia and assist with surgical procedures


• Answer phones and assist clients with scheduling and questionsCheck patients in and out


• Provide compassionate client communication and education


• Support daily hospital operations and team needs


• Assist with kennel care during holiday shifts—we all pitch in when needed

Schedule

• Part-Time: 24 hours per week


• Some weekends and holiday shifts required


• Schedule will be determined based on hospital needs


• Opportunities for growth and continued education


• Access to CE platform with Veterinary Assistant and Technician content


• Supportive, collaborative team environment


• Opportunities for career advancement within the practice