Veterinary Assistant — Growth & Collaborative Team

GoodVets; Apex (NC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Generous Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts on care and pet用品

Culture that values you

Job summary

GoodVets in Apex, North Carolina is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support doctors and technicians in delivering excellent care while maintaining a clean, organized hospital environment. This hands-on role involves restraining animals, preparing rooms, collecting samples, and assisting with surgery and diagnostics.

Ideal candidates bring animal care experience, a compassionate team mindset, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in animal care or veterinary setting (preferred).
• Compassionate, team-first attitude and strong communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Proactive mindset with a desire to learn and grow professionally.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean, organized exam rooms, kennels, and treatment areas.
• Feed, walk, bathe, and monitor hospitalized and boarding patients.
• Safely restrain animals for exams, treatments, and procedures.
• Collect and label samples for diagnostic testing.
• Prepare surgical and exam rooms, including sterilization of instruments and equipment.
• Observe and report signs of illness, distress, or abnormal behavior.
• Keep exam and treatment areas fully stocked with necessary supplies.
• Assist with medication dispensing and ensure accurate patient records.
• Support technicians in prepping patients for surgery, imaging, and diagnostics.
• Stand, walk, and move throughout the hospital for extended periods; lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Work safely around anesthesia, radiation, and potential exposure to infectious diseases.

Skills

Animal care experience

Team player

Multitasking

Evenings weekends

Willing to learn

Job description

GoodVets in Apex, North Carolina is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support doctors and technicians in delivering excellent care while maintaining a clean, organized hospital environment. This hands-on role involves restraining animals, preparing rooms, collecting samples, and assisting with surgery and diagnostics.

Ideal candidates bring animal care experience, a compassionate team mindset, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting.