Veterinary Assistant — Caring Team, Pet Discount & Benefits

Caring Hands Animal Hospital - Merrifield; Belmont (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Employee pet discount

401(k) with match

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

New Hope Veterinary Hospital in Belmont, NC is hiring full-time Veterinary Assistants to join a team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff to deliver high-quality care for canine and feline patients.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, employee pet discounts, a 401(k) with a generous match, and an employee referral bonus. Salary ranges from $17.00 to $19.00 per hour, with a full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a veterinary setting is required.
• Technical know-how in disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately.
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces.
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples.
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian.
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits.
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment.

Skills

Animal handling

Patient care

Communication with pet owners

Tools

Sterilization equipment

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

New Hope Veterinary Hospital in Belmont, NC is hiring full-time Veterinary Assistants to join a team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff to deliver high-quality care for canine and feline patients.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, employee pet discounts, a 401(k) with a generous match, and an employee referral bonus. Salary ranges from $17.00 to $19.00 per hour, with a full-time schedule.