Veterinary Assistant

Huntersville Veterinary Clinic; Huntersville (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee pet-care discounts

Funding for continuing education

Job summary

Huntersville Veterinary Clinic in Huntersville, NC is seeking a compassionate veterinary assistant for a part-time schedule (~15 hours/week). You will assist with patient flow, prepare lab samples, and communicate clearly with clients in a small, supportive team.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, strong communication and organizational skills, the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and a calm, patient approach in a fast-paced clinic.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong written and oral communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, be flexible, calm, and compassionate in a sometimes fast-paced and stressful environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with assistance as needed.
• Comfortable working around bodily fluids, sharps, anesthetic agents, medical gases, and veterinary chemicals with appropriate safety training.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient flow from check-in through discharge and maintain accurate medical records.
• Assist with collecting/preparing laboratory samples, performing diagnostic testing and preparation of medications and treatments as directed.
• Provide safe and compassionate patient restraint for examinations and procedures including IV catheter placement, venipuncture, and vaccination.
• Assist with preparation of supplies and equipment.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with clients.
• Maintain a clean, stocked, organized clinic and assist with inventory and reception duties.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Calm demeanor

Lift 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Huntersville Veterinary Clinic is a privately owned, single-doctor small animal practice offering routine preventive and sick care as well as surgical and dental services to dogs and cats. We’re a small, dedicated team committed to compassionate, low-stress patient care, client education, and strengthening the human-animal bond. Our modern clinic and Shepherd cloud-based medical records provide the tools needed to deliver excellent care, but our 5-star staff is the key to our success.

We’re looking for a veterinary assistant who is compassionate, flexible, and enthusiastic.

Schedule

Part-time: Approximately 15 hours/week

Office hours:

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday: 7:30 AM–5 PM
• Wednesday: 7:30 AM–12 PM
• No boarding, overnight hospitalization, or grooming

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient flow from check-in through discharge and maintain accurate medical records.
• Assist with collecting/preparing laboratory samples, performing diagnostic testing and preparation of medications and treatments as directed.
• Provide safe and compassionate patient restraint for examinations and procedures including IV catheter placement, venipuncture, and vaccination.
• Assist with preparation of supplies and equipment.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with clients.
• Maintain a clean, stocked, organized clinic and assist with inventory and reception duties.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong written and oral communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, be flexible, calm, and compassionate in a sometimes fast-paced and stressful environment.
• Ability to safely and respectfully handle canine and feline patients.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with assistance as needed and remain active throughout the workday, including standing, kneeling, and bending.
• Comfortable working around bodily fluids, sharps, anesthetic agents, medical gases, and veterinary chemicals with appropriate safety training.
• Ability to perform hands‑on clinical procedures and wear required PPE/radiation protection.

Preferred

• 1+ year of experience as a veterinary assistant.
• Previous animal care or medical training.
• Spanish fluency is a plus.

Benefits

• Employee pet-care discounts
• Funding for continuing education

Pay: $15–$18/hour, based on skills, certifications, and experience.

Huntersville Veterinary Clinic is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a safe, welcoming environment for all staff and clients.