Veterinary Assistant: Growth & Hands-On Care Team

Vetcor; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support for licensing

Uniform allowance

Continuing education allowance

Paid holidays

Job summary

Westbrook Animal Hospital in Burlington, North Carolina, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team. This full-time position offers consistent scheduling and a collaborative, growth‑oriented environment where patient care is a priority.

We provide competitive pay based on experience, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional development in veterinary medicine and technician licensing.

Qualifications

• Previous veterinary assistant experience.
• Confidence with patient handling and restraint.
• Experience with anesthesia monitoring and patient vital signs.
• Experience with IV catheter placement, sample collection, and laboratory procedures.
• Knowledge of medication administration and veterinary treatment protocols.

Responsibilities

• Safely restrain dogs and cats for exams and procedures.
• Assist vets and technicians during exams, treatments, and surgeries.
• Monitor anesthesia depth and patient vitals during procedures.
• Prepare examination rooms, surgical areas, and supplies.
• Maintain accurate patient records and communicate with clients.

Skills

Vet assistant experience

Patient handling & restraint

Anesthesia monitoring

IV catheter placement

Medication administration protocols

Client-service communication

Medical records accuracy

Multitasking in fast-paced env

Dependable & team-oriented

Professional growth in vet medicine

Job description

Westbrook Animal Hospital in Burlington, North Carolina, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team. This full-time position offers consistent scheduling and a collaborative, growth‑oriented environment where patient care is a priority.

We provide competitive pay based on experience, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional development in veterinary medicine and technician licensing.