Veterinary Assistant

Grace Park Animal Hospital; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Insurance (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) with company match

Discounted pet care

4-day workweek – no Saturdays

Bonus based on hospital production

Job summary

Grace Park Animal Hospital in Morrisville, NC seeks a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians in exams and surgeries, perform technical tasks, educate clients, and help with reception duties. The role requires strong communication and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced setting.

We offer a team-oriented culture, competitive pay, paid time off, insurance benefits, a 401(k) with company match, discounted pet care, and a 4-day workweek with no Saturdays.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication with clients.
• Dependable with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Good observational skills and attention to detail.
• Two or four year science-related degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in appointments and surgery.
• Perform technical duties: venipuncture, catheter placement, restraint, lab sample prep, radiographic positioning, dental prophylaxis, anesthetic monitoring.
• Provide client education on pet care and medical procedures.
• Perform reception duties: answer phones, schedule, handle transactions.

Skills

Communication skills

Dependable

Observation skills

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Science-related degree preferred

Job description

About the Job

As a Veterinary Assistant, you will be responsible for ensuring that clients and their pets receive excellent care at every visit. You will be expected to:

• Assist veterinarians in appointments and surgery.
• Perform technical duties such as venipuncture, catheter placement, proper restraint, collect and prepare laboratory samples, radiographic positioning, dental prophylaxis, and anesthetic monitoring.
• Provide client education in pet care, so you must be well versed in regards to various medical procedures and preventive care for pets.
• Perform reception duties such as answering phones, scheduling appointments, performing financial transactions, and assisting clients as necessary.

Who We’re Looking For

• Caring, compassionate, and motivated individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment
• 1-2+ years of previous experience in a veterinary hospital setting as a technician or assistant is preferred
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be dependable with a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn
• Someone with good observational skills and attention to detail
• A high school diploma or equivalent is required
• A 2 or 4 year degree in a science-related field is preferred
• The ability to meet the physical demands of working a 10+ hour shift standing, squatting, walking, lifting and carrying 50 lbs unassisted
• Someone who is comfortable and able to work with all breeds, temperaments, and sizes of dogs and cats

What We’re Offering

• A supportive, team-oriented culture
• Competitive salary, commensurate with your skill level
• Bonus compensation based on hospital production
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with 100% employer paid premiums
• 401(k) plan with a 4% company match
• Discounted pet care
• 4-day workweek, no Saturdays, and 1-2 Sunday afternoons/month!

About Us

Grace Park Animal Hospital is an independently owned and operated animal hospital in Morrisville, NC. We provide state of the art care including an in-house laboratory, dental radiographs, ultrasound, therapeutic laser, and digital radiology. Additionally, we offer boarding, daycamp, and bathing services. Our seasoned doctors love to educate our clients and our team members. We want to work with people who enjoy their job, the people they work with, and who feel a sense of accomplishment after a challenging day. We are looking for compassionate, empathetic people who value the human-animal bond as much as we do and will work with us to fulfill our mission of providing exceptional care to pets and the people who love them.

Ready to join an amazing team?