Veterinary Assistant — Grow Your Career in Animal Care

Carmel Road Animal Hospital; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401k retirement options

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Teladoc 24/7 access

Job summary

Carmel Road Animal Hospital in Charlotte, NC is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our compassionate care team. You will support the medical staff, assist with exams, lab work, radiology, and daily clinic operations, while helping provide a positive experience for clients and their pets.

We welcome calm, reliable individuals with a high school diploma, strong communication skills, and a passion for animal welfare.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Calm and efficient under fast-paced, stressful conditions.
• Confident handling of pets of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Fundamental veterinary skills across lab, pharmacy, nursing, radiology are a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist the medical team with hands-on patient care.
• Provide backbone support to veterinarians and technicians for smooth workflow.
• Support scheduling, payments, and client communications to enhance the visit experience.
• Maintain a clean, safe hospital environment and equipment.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Pet handling

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Veterinary skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Carmel Road Animal Hospital in Charlotte, NC is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our compassionate care team. You will support the medical staff, assist with exams, lab work, radiology, and daily clinic operations, while helping provide a positive experience for clients and their pets.

We welcome calm, reliable individuals with a high school diploma, strong communication skills, and a passion for animal welfare.