Veterinary Assistant

American Veterinary Group; Laurinburg (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options)

401k Match

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Paid Parental Leave + Paid Maternity Leave

One (1) Work/Life Balance day off

Short-term and long-term disability options

Supplemental insurance options

Discounted Veterinary Care

Scrub allowance

Hands-on and E-training

Professional growth opportunities

Tuition assistance for prospective Veterinary Technician Students

Job summary

American Veterinary Group is looking for a Veterinary Assistant at the Academy Animal Hospital of Laurinburg, North Carolina. This full-time role involves assisting veterinarians with animal care, handling patient communication, and maintaining facility supplies.

The ideal candidate should have a compassionate attitude, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work well in both team and individual settings. Benefits include healthcare options, 401k match, generous paid time off, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate professionalism, dependability, and healthy communication skills.
• Energetic personality with excellent work ethic and organizational skills.
• Prior experience in veterinary or animal care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in animal care and examinations.
• Stock examination and surgery rooms with necessary supplies.
• Communicate with clients and update patient files.

Skills

Prior Customer Service Experience

Ability to lift 40 lbs.

Job description

Veterinary Assistant

Department: General Practice Hospitals

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Academy Animal Hospital of Laurinburg

Reporting To: Practice Manager

Description

Our hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to help provide outstanding patient care and client service in a fast‑paced, multi‑doctor animal hospital.

The Veterinary Assistant is responsible for assisting veterinarians in the care of animals. The assistant helps during initial examinations by restraining animals when necessary, stocking examination and surgery rooms with supplies, sterilizing tools, and ensuring that equipment is in working order.

Veterinary Assistants also communicate with clients (pet owners) and update patient files.

Applicants must demonstrate professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi‑task. Our next team member will be an energetic people‑and‑pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills. Must be willing to work flexible hours and some weekends.

Ideal Candidate

• Will have an upbeat, friendly, and professional attitude
• Be compassionate/caring
• Can work individually, as well as on a team
• Excellent communication skills, a sense of urgency, and working harmoniously with teammates is required
• Prior experience preferred
• This position requires regular on‑site presence as an essential function of the role. Due to the nature of veterinary hospital operations, in‑person attendance is necessary to support patient care, respond to time‑sensitive needs, collaborate with clinical teams, and maintain the safety and well‑being of patients, clients, and staff. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and will consider requests for reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable laws.

Skills, Knowledge, & Expertise

• Prior Customer Service Experience
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options)
• 401k Match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Paid Parental Leave + Paid Maternity Leave
• One (1) Work/Life Balance day off
• Short-term and long-term disability options
• Supplemental insurance options
• Discounted Veterinary Care
• Scrub allowance
• Hands‑on and E‑training
• Professional growth opportunities
• Tuition assistance for prospective Veterinary Technician Students