Veterinary Assistant

North Main Animal Hospital; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus package up to $500

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

Life insurance and disability

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

North Main Animal Hospital in Alpharetta, GA is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional experiences for clients and patients across hospital care. We need a versatile assistant who enjoys variety and continually develops a well-rounded skillset in patient care, client service, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures.

You will be integral in exam rooms, anesthesia monitoring, dental work, and maintaining medical records while building strong

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary assistant, animal care, kennel assistant, or related role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows.
• Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry.
• Provide safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care.
• Prepare patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures.
• Monitor anesthesia and support patient recovery as directed by the veterinary team.
• Perform dental prophylaxis and dental radiography.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Review treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately.
• Build positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service.
• Maintain clean, organized, and fully prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces.

Skills

Safe animal handling

Veterinary terminology

Exam/treatment assistance

Patient histories & vital signs

Medical records documentation

Attention to detail

Multitasking in fast-paced env

Time management

Job description

North Main Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional experiences for our clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care.

This is an excellent opportunity for a versatile assistant who enjoys variety in their day and wants to continue utilizing and developing a well-rounded skillset across patient care, client service, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures. We are seeking dependable, motivated candidates who thrive in a fast-paced environment, multitask efficiently, anticipate team needs, communicate professionally, and take pride in delivering exceptional support throughout every stage of the patient visit.

In this position, you will take an active role in:

• Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Assisting veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry
• Providing safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care
• Preparing patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures
• Monitoring anesthesia and supporting patient recovery as directed by the veterinary team
• Performing dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Building positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service
• Maintaining clean, organized, and fully prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $16-19per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a flexible, full-time position, with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday-Friday with rotating Saturdays.

Full-time Benefits Package*:

• Bonus package: Up to $500 depending on experience
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law

*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 1+years of experience in a veterinary assistant, animal care, kennel assistant, or related role preferred
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Safe animal handling and restraint skills for dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments
  • Knowledge of basic veterinary terminology and patient care principles
  • Ability to assist with exams, treatments, and outpatient procedures
  • Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vital signs preferred
  • Ability to maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established protocols
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong organizational and time management skills

Why choose North Main Animal Hospital?

Looking for a veterinary hospital where you can grow your skills, feel supported by your teammates, and truly make a difference? North Main Animal Hospital in Alpharetta, Georgia, could be the perfect fit for you!

We're an established small animal practice that is growing from a 1-doctor to a 2-doctor hospital, making this an exciting time to join our team! Since opening in 2014, we've been dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care to dogs and cats while creating a welcoming environment for our clients and team members alike.

At North Main, you'll have the opportunity to be involved in a variety of services, including wellness and preventive care, surgery, dentistry, in-house laboratory testing, digital radiography, ultrasound, and laser therapy. Whether you're looking to build on your current experience or continue developing your veterinary skills, you'll be part of a team that values quality medicine, collaboration, and professional growth.

One of the best things about North Main is our team! You'll be joining a friendly, happy, and supportive group that genuinely enjoys working together. As a smaller hospital, you'll have the opportunity to build close relationships with your coworkers, work directly alongside the doctors, and play an important role in each patient's care. We believe in helping one another, sharing responsibilities, and creating a positive work environment where everyone feels valued.

With our transition to a 2-doctor practice, you'll also have the exciting opportunity to be part of our next chapter of growth and help shape the future of our hospital!

If you're looking for a place where you can feel appreciated, continue learning, build meaningful relationships, and enjoy coming to work each day, we'd love to meet you!

Come grow with us at North Main Animal Hospital!

This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

Pay Range

$16 - $19 USD

North Main Animal Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.