Urgent Care Veterinary Receptionist

Vetpracticepartners; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Pet discount

Job summary

Riverbend Veterinary PetCare Hospital, located near Mountain Island in the Charlotte area, is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and techs during examinations and procedures. The role includes preparing exam rooms, restraining animals, and helping with basic lab tests in a full-service hospital.

You will assist with medications, vaccinations, and daily clinic maintenance, while communicating care plans to pet owners and ensuring a clean, safe environment for all animals.

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.

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

Job description

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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