Veterinary Assistant — Four-Day Week + Growth Opportunities

Animal Hospital North; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Paid parental leave

PTO

Employee discounts for pets

Holiday pay

Job summary

Animal Hospital North in Hickory, NC is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our four-doctor practice. You’ll support doctors and techs, assist with exams, client education, and daily care, all while upholding our team-focused, compassionate culture.

We offer a four-day work week with no nights, weekends, or holiday hours, plus a strong benefits package including tuition support, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and employee discounts for pets.

Qualifications

• Experience as a veterinary assistant (must have hands-on patient care skills).
• Passion for pets and veterinary care that shines daily.
• Willingness to grow, learn, and collaborate with the team.

Responsibilities

• Support doctors and veterinary technicians in providing compassionate patient care.
• Restrain patients, set up exam rooms, kennel care, clean and sterilize equipment, assist with lab samples.
• Educate clients with empathy and clear communication.
• Ask for help when needed and offer help to teammates.
• Grow through mentorship and continuing education.

Skills

Veterinary assistant experience

Team player

Empathy

Communication

Job description

Animal Hospital North in Hickory, NC is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our four-doctor practice. You’ll support doctors and techs, assist with exams, client education, and daily care, all while upholding our team-focused, compassionate culture.

We offer a four-day work week with no nights, weekends, or holiday hours, plus a strong benefits package including tuition support, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and employee discounts for pets.