Veterinary Assistant

Newberlinvet; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading veterinary team in Morrisville, NC, as a Full-Time Veterinary Assistant. You'll support a dynamic medical team, ensuring high-quality patient care while enjoying a supportive work environment focused on collaboration and growth. Ideal candidates will thrive in fast-paced settings and have 5+ years of veterinary experience.

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Scrub allowance

Free virtual wellness classes

Customized learning and development programs

Qualifications

• 5 or more years of prior experience in a veterinary environment.
• Proficiency in laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental and nursing skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and interact confidently with pets.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day patient care and client communication.
• Assist in daily clinic duties and participate in special cleaning.
• Maintain patient records and provide client care.

Skills

Client care

Patient care

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Shiloh Animal Hospital has an opportunity for a Full-Time Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team!

*PRIOR VETERINARY EXPERIENCE REQUIRED*

Why Join Us

Shiloh Animal Hospital is a full-service, innovative veterinary hospital located in Morrisville, North Carolina. We combine modern conventional medicine with traditional Eastern medicine, tailoring care to each individual dog or cat. Our approach focuses on treating the whole pet—preventing disease, supporting wellness, and delivering thoughtful, compassionate care.

We’re a close-knit team that values collaboration, growth, and a positive work environment. Our culture emphasizes Fear Free and Low Stress Handling techniques, and we’re proud to offer a space where both pets and people feel supported. If you’re looking for a hospital where you can make an impact, grow your skills, and be part of something special, we’d love to meet you.

Location1005 Lichtin BlvdMorrisville, North Carolina 27560

Compensation$16.25 to $20 per hour, based on experiencePrevious animal experience required

ScheduleFull-Time (30+ hours per week)Monday – Friday: 7:30 am to 6:30 pmSaturday: 8:00 am to 12:00 pmClosed SundaysRotating Saturdays required

Benefits We Offer

• Industry-leading pay for you and discounts for your pets

• Medical, vision, and dental benefits

• 401(k) with company match starting day one

• Scrub allowance

• Paid time off with a focus on work-life balance

• Free virtual yoga, fitness, and meditation classes

• Free wellness and nutrition coaching

• Customized learning and development programs

Job SummaryAs a Veterinary Assistant at Shiloh Animal Hospital, you’ll support the medical team in day-to-day patient care and client communication. From starting appointments and educating clients to restraining pets during exams and caring for hospitalized patients, your role will be dynamic and essential. You’ll need to be adaptable, emotionally intelligent, and confident in communicating the high quality of care we provide.

You’ll also provide medical care to patients as allowed by the veterinary practice act. If you enjoy a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where you can grow and make a difference, this role is for you.

Responsibilities

How you'll make an impact:

• Maintain and uphold the Core Values and Mission Statement of MVP.
• Assist in all daily duties for clinic care.
• Participate in any special cleaning duties.
• Provide client care by scheduling appointments, taking payments, and check-ins.
• Maintain excellent client communication.
• Record all pertinent medical, client and case related information in the patient record accurately with appropriate grammar, terms, and accurate information.
• Review medical records, estimates or discharge instructions with clients.Answer the phones in a courteous and informative way.
• Provide patient care under the direction of a DVM.
• Perform clinic upkeep as directed.
• Perform equipment maintenance as directed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior experience in a veterinary environment required - 5 or more years.
• Management experience preferred - 2 or more years.
• Must be proficient in a variety of skills ranging from but not limited to laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental and nursing skills.
• Ability to demonstrate patience and composure in stressful situations, and ability to handle a fast pacedenvironment.
• Ability to stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.
• The employee must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics, and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the dutiesproficiently.
• The employee must also be confident around pets.

Physical Requirements:

• The employee must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds.
• The employee must be able to endure sitting, standing, and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods of time.
• The employee must be Able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.
• The employee will be routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards, and medication/controlled substances.
• The employee must possess sufficient ambulatory skills to perform duties while in hospital environment.The employee must have specific vision abilities which include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• The employee must have good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment.

We put people first and never compromise on our values.

Apply today for immediate consideration!

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans withDisabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order toperform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] andlet us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administeredwithout regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age,national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any otherbasis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We embrace diversity and are committed tocreating an inclusive environment for all employees.