Surgery Veterinary Assistant: Compassionate Care & Support

PetVet Care Centers; Pittsboro (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k)

Team member pet discounts

Calm app access and 24/7 EAP

CE stipends and career development

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers' Hope Crossing Animal Hospital in Pittsboro, North Carolina, is seeking a Surgery Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians with daily tasks, including preparing surgery suites, restraining patients, and maintaining records.

The role emphasizes compassionate care, teamwork, and ongoing learning in a supportive general practice environment that values every team member's wellbeing and growth.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must have experience in surgery.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to all patients.
• Greet patients and their owners, show them to an examining room, and record weight and vital signs.
• Triage patients, perform physical exams and treatments, and assist with medications as directed by licensed staff.
• Assist doctors and technicians with patient restraint and administration of medications.
• Perform laboratory tests, take radiographs, and help with equipment maintenance and documentation.

Skills

Surgery experience

Job description

PetVet Care Centers' Hope Crossing Animal Hospital in Pittsboro, North Carolina, is seeking a Surgery Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians with daily tasks, including preparing surgery suites, restraining patients, and maintaining records.

The role emphasizes compassionate care, teamwork, and ongoing learning in a supportive general practice environment that values every team member's wellbeing and growth.