Veterinary Assistant

Haw Creek Animal Hospital; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Pet discount

401(k) match

Referral bonus

Job summary

Haw Creek Animal Hospital in Asheville, NC is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant/Technician to join our team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff providing compassionate care for canine and feline patients.

You will assist with examinations, treatments, and surgeries, handle animals safely, maintain clean clinics and records, and communicate with clients about care plans. We offer comprehensive benefits, PTO, retirement, and a generous pet discount.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting is preferred.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Familiarity with routine veterinary procedures and medications.

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

Skills

Animal handling

Veterinary assistance

Medical terminology

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Sterilization tools

Medical records software

Job description

Haw Creek Animal Hospital is a hiring full‑time Veterinary Assistant/ Technician 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 mission to provide progressive, high-quality, compassionate medical and surgical care for your canine and feline family members, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

• All the benefits you deserve— medical, dental, vision, and retirement.
• Paid time off. Take the time you need to recharge.
• Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.
• 401(k) with a generous company match to help you invest in your future while you care for pets today.
• Employee referral bonus. Earn $1,000 when you refer a new team member to one of our 180+ partner hospitals across the country.

Salary: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule:Full-time, must have a flexible schedule. Some evenings until 9PM and rotating Saturdays

some evenings until 9pm and some Saturdays required

Monday- Thursday 8AM-9PM, Friday and Saturday 8AM-5PM

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 is required.
• Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

About Haw Creek Animal Hospital

We see everything from wellness visits to "routine" medicine and dentistry, to urgent care and emergencies during our regular business hours.

Many, if not most, surgical cases can be treated on an outpatient basis. We do have the capacity to hospitalize sick or injured animals, although cases requiring overnight care will probably be referred to a local 24-hour emergency hospital. Very limited boarding is also available, primarily for pets with special medical needs.

The hospital has a welcoming and comfortable reception area and waiting room, 3 exam rooms, a well‑equipped surgical suite, and in‑house laboratory and radiology.

Our Culture

We lead with kindness and seek to understand — with our patients, our clients, and each other