Urgent Care Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Practice Partners; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, retirement &1

Employee pet discount

Paid time off

Job summary

Riverbend Veterinary PetCare Hospital in Mountain Island near Charlotte is seeking an Urgent Care Vet Assistant to join a team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff dedicated to high-quality animal care.

The role requires experience with animals in a veterinary setting, ability to work with disinfection and medical equipment, and a compassionate approach to animal handling. Schedule includes evenings and weekend shifts with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience working with animals in a veterinary setting.
• Disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments and surgeries.
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately.
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces.
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples.
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian.
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Communicate with pet owners about care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits.
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment.

Skills

Animal handling

Vet clinic disinfection

Medication administration

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Totalbond- Riverbend is hiring a Urgent Care Vet Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!

What to Expect

As you join our team, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

• All the benefits you deserve—medical, dental, vision, retirement—plus an employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.
• Paid time off. Catch your breath with paid holidays and PTO.

Salary: $22-$24/hr based on experience and skillset.

Schedule: Monday and Wednesday 3PM-10PM, Saturdays 10PM-8AM

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment

Qualifications:

• Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting.
• Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

At Riverbend Veterinary PetCare Hospital, we believe every pet deserves compassionate, advanced care in a welcoming and family-focused environment. Conveniently located in Mountain Island, just 20 minutes from Charlotte, our full-service animal hospital is dedicated to keeping your furry companions happy, healthy, and thriving.

From routine wellness visits to advanced medical care, our experienced team proudly serves dogs, cats, and pocket pets throughout Mecklenburg County, Mountain Island, and the greater Charlotte metro area. We treat every pet like family because your pet’s health, comfort, and well-being always come first.

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