Veterinary Assistant — Growth, Mentorship & Client Care

Neuse-River-Veterinary-Hospital; Wendell (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401k retirement options

Teladoc access

Job summary

Neuse River Veterinary Hospital in Wendell, NC is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our compassionate medical family. You will support the veterinary team with hands-on pet care and help ensure every animal receives the highest standard of care.

We offer a supportive environment, ongoing education, benefits, and opportunities for growth within Mission Pet Health’s national network. If you value teamwork, patient care, and professional development, this role could be a great fit.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Calm and efficient in fast-paced environments.
• Confidence handling pets of all sizes.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in basic veterinary skills across lab, pharmacy, nursing and radiology.

Responsibilities

• Provide Essential Patient Care: Assist the medical team with hands-on patient care and compassionate treatment.
• Be the Go-To Support for the Medical Team: Backbone of the clinic, anticipating veterinarians' needs to ensure smooth workflow.
• Create a Positive Client Experience: Assist with scheduling, payments, and communications in a courteous, informative way.
• Ensure a Safe and Clean Environment: Maintain hospital cleanliness and equipment to uphold high standards of care.

Skills

Veterinary skills

Laboratory skills

Pharmacy knowledge

Radiology

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Neuse River Veterinary Hospital in Wendell, NC is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our compassionate medical family. You will support the veterinary team with hands-on pet care and help ensure every animal receives the highest standard of care.

We offer a supportive environment, ongoing education, benefits, and opportunities for growth within Mission Pet Health’s national network. If you value teamwork, patient care, and professional development, this role could be a great fit.