Veterinary Assistant — Four‑Day Week, Growth & Mentoring

Grace Animal Hospital; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonus program

Six paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Employee discounts

Uniform allowance

Pet discounts on services and products

Job summary

Grace Animal Hospital in Gastonia, NC is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our four-doctor practice. You will assist with exams, treatments, diagnostics, and patient care while enjoying a four-day workweek with no weekends, on-call, or holiday hours.

We offer digital radiography, ultrasound, therapeutic laser, and a supportive team focused on career growth and mentoring. Competitive pay based on experience and a comprehensive benefits package awaits.

Qualifications

• Previous Veterinary Assistant experience in a clinical setting.
• Strong patient care and animal-handling skills.
• Excellent client communication and education skills.
• Time management and multitasking in a busy environment.
• Compassion and empathy for patients, clients and coworkers.
• Commitment to continued learning and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and the medical team with patient exams, treatments, and procedures.
• Provide compassionate, high-quality care to canine, feline, and small mammal patients.
• Safely handle and restrain patients while prioritizing comfort and well-being.
• Obtain patient histories, vitals, and other information to support assessments.
• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed.
• Assist with venipuncture, IV catheter placement, fluid therapy, and sample collection.
• Collect and process laboratory samples and assist with in-house testing.
• Assist with digital and dental radiographs, ultrasound, and laser treatments.
• Support surgical and dental procedures, including preparation, monitoring, and recovery.
• Communicate with clients about patient care and preventive care.

Skills

Vet assistant exp

Animal-handling

Client communication

Tools

Digital radiography

Dental radiography

Ultrasound

Therapeutic laser

Job description

Grace Animal Hospital in Gastonia, NC is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our four-doctor practice. You will assist with exams, treatments, diagnostics, and patient care while enjoying a four-day workweek with no weekends, on-call, or holiday hours.

We offer digital radiography, ultrasound, therapeutic laser, and a supportive team focused on career growth and mentoring. Competitive pay based on experience and a comprehensive benefits package awaits.