Veterinary Assistant: Four-Day Week, Growth & Benefits

A Country Veterinary Clinic; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Health insurance

Paid time off

Employee pet discounts

Job summary

A Country Veterinary Clinic is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Assistant in North Carolina. This full-time role offers a four-day work week with weekends free, no nights, and strong benefits. Join a team that values growth, mentorship, and high-quality patient care for every animal.

The position emphasizes assisting veterinarians, safe animal handling, and daily operations, with generous wellness and professional development benefits. Come grow with us in 2026 and beyond.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant or in a similar veterinary role.
• Confidence in safe, low-stress animal restraint and handling.
• Desire to grow as a professional and help others grow too.
• Willingness to ask for help and to offer it.
• Accountability and the confidence to own your tasks and deliver positive results.
• Teamwork skills and the ability to keep pace in a busy hospital.
• Comfort standing, walking, and handling animals of various sizes throughout the day.
• A positive attitude, because with the right cattitude, anything is pawsible

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians during exams, treatments, and procedures.
• Safely restrain animals and provide compassionate patient care.
• Anticipate the needs of the doctors to keep the day running efficiently.
• Feed, walk, and monitor hospitalized and boarding patients.
• Clean and disinfect exam rooms, kennels, and equipment.
• Prepare supplies and support daily clinic operations

Skills

Veterinary experience

Animal restraint

Patient care

Teamwork

Professional growth

Job description

A Country Veterinary Clinic is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Assistant in North Carolina. This full-time role offers a four-day work week with weekends free, no nights, and strong benefits. Join a team that values growth, mentorship, and high-quality patient care for every animal.

The position emphasizes assisting veterinarians, safe animal handling, and daily operations, with generous wellness and professional development benefits. Come grow with us in 2026 and beyond.