Veterinary Assistant

Grace Animal Hospital; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Employee pet discounts

Four-day workweek

Job summary

Grace Animal Hospital in Gastonia, NC is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our four-doctor general practice. Enjoy a four-day workweek with no weekends, on-call, or holiday hours while providing compassionate care to diverse small animals.

You will work with digital radiography, ultrasound, and therapeutic laser treatments, receiving mentoring and ongoing professional development in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Previous Veterinary Assistant experience in a clinical setting.
• Strong patient care and animal-handling skills.
• Safe and effective patient restraint techniques.
• Experience assisting with examinations, treatments, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and the medical team with patient exams, treatments, and procedures.
• Provide compassionate, high-quality care to canine, feline, and small mammals.
• Safely handle and restrain patients while prioritizing comfort and well-being.
• Obtain thorough patient histories, vitals, and other information to support assessments.
• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed by training.
• Assist with venipuncture, IV catheter placement, fluid therapy, and sample collection as trained.
• Collect and process laboratory samples and assist with in-house testing.
• Assist with digital and dental radiographs.
• Support surgical and dental procedures, including preparation, monitoring, recovery, and instrument care.
• Assist with anesthesia monitoring and recovery as trained.
• Support ultrasound and laser treatments.
• Communicate with clients regarding care, medications, and guidelines.
• Maintain accurate medical records and patient charts.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Patient care

Animal handling

Client communication

Team collaboration

Tools

Digital radiography

Ultrasound

Therapeutic laser

Job description

Who we are:

Grace Animal Hospital is Hiring an Experienced Veterinary Assistant!

Position DetailsRole: Experienced Veterinary AssistantStatus: Full-timeSalary: Negotiable and based on experienceSchedule: 4-day workweek; no weekends, on-call shifts, or holiday hours

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee pet discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, employee discounts, and a four-day workweek with no weekends, on-call shifts, or holiday hours

Looking for a Veterinary Assistant role where you can provide exceptional patient care, enjoy a four-day workweek, and bring your authentic self to work?

Grace Animal Hospital is looking for an Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated team. We’re a four-doctor general practice with an established support staff committed to providing exceptional care for patients ranging from Bernedoodles and Bengals to bunnies.

Our hospital offers digital and dental radiography, ultrasound, therapeutic laser treatments, and a beautiful clinical environment. More importantly, we’ve built a supportive team where learning, laughter, and camaraderie are part of every day. Want to show us the sweater you knitted for your cat? Please do. Feel the need for a midday sing-along or dance party? We’ll harmonize.

Why Our Veterinary Assistants Love It Here

• Enjoy a four-day workweek with regular lunch breaks
• Work no weekends, boarding shifts, on-call shifts, or holiday hours
• Join an experienced four-doctor general practice
• Gain experience with digital and dental radiography, ultrasound, and therapeutic laser treatments
• Receive mentoring and support as you grow your veterinary career
• Learn from teammates who enjoy sharing their knowledge and experience
• Work in a supportive environment where you can bring your authentic self
• Celebrate birthdays, new babies, anniversaries, and other meaningful milestones
• Join a team that values empathy, positivity, and mutual support

What Our Veterinary Assistants Do

• Assist veterinarians and the medical team with patient exams, treatments, and procedures
• Provide compassionate, high-quality care to canine, feline, and small mammal patients
• Safely handle and restrain patients while prioritizing their comfort and well-being
• Obtain thorough patient histories, vitals, and other information to support patient assessments
• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed and appropriate to your training and experience
• Assist with venipuncture, IV catheter placement, fluid therapy, and sample collection based on your training and experience
• Collect and process laboratory samples and assist with in-house diagnostic testing
• Assist with digital and dental radiographs
• Support surgical and dental procedures, including patient preparation, monitoring, recovery, and instrument care
• Assist with anesthesia monitoring and patient recovery based on your training and experience
• Support ultrasound and therapeutic laser treatments
• Communicate with clients compassionately and clearly regarding patient care, medications, discharge instructions, and preventive care
• Maintain accurate medical records and patient charts
• Keep treatment and exam areas clean, stocked, and organized
• Collaborate with doctors and teammates to maintain an efficient workflow and positive hospital culture

What You’ll Bring

• Previous Veterinary Assistant experience in a clinical setting
• Strong patient care and animal-handling skills
• Safe and effective patient restraint techniques
• Experience assisting with examinations, treatments, and procedures
• Familiarity with anesthesia monitoring and patient recovery
• Comfort assisting with diagnostic testing, radiology, and laboratory procedures
• Experience with venipuncture and IV catheter placement is a plus
• Excellent client communication and education skills
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask in a busy environment
• Time management and organizational skills that help keep the day running smoothly
• A collaborative, team-first mindset and willingness to jump in where needed
• Compassion and empathy for patients, clients, coworkers, and yourself
• A positive attitude, reliability, and genuine passion for veterinary medicine
• Commitment to continued learning, growth, and professional development

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

At Grace Animal Hospital, we believe caring for patients starts with caring for one another. You’ll receive mentoring and support from a team that wants to help you strengthen your existing skills while continuing to learn new ones.

You’ll also enjoy a four-day workweek, regular lunch breaks, weekday-only hospital hours, and no boarding, on-call, weekend, or holiday shifts. Add a culture that celebrates life events, encourages laughter, and believes everyone deserves to be treated with Grace, and you’ll find a workplace designed to support both your career and your life outside the hospital.

Benefits You Can’t Beat

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free or discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

Join Grace Animal Hospital and build a veterinary career where you can grow your skills, care for incredible patients, and work with a team that truly supports you.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Grace Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.