Veterinary Assistant — Growth‑Oriented Team Player

GoodVets; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

401(k) with Company Match

Generous Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Culture that Values You

Job summary

GoodVets in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our clinical team. You will support doctors and technicians, keep exam rooms clean, and help ensure patients receive compassionate care in a busy hospital environment.

You will feed, monitor, restrain animals, collect samples, and assist with surgery prep while maintaining accurate records. We value teamwork, reliability, and a proactive approach.

Qualifications

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

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

Compassionate attitude

Communication skills

Multitasking

Flexible hours

Job description

GoodVets in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our clinical team. You will support doctors and technicians, keep exam rooms clean, and help ensure patients receive compassionate care in a busy hospital environment.

You will feed, monitor, restrain animals, collect samples, and assist with surgery prep while maintaining accurate records. We value teamwork, reliability, and a proactive approach.