Veterinary Assistant / Veterinary Technician

Innovetive Petcare; Lewisville (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Pet care discounts

CE opportunities

Career growth

Job summary

Animal Hospital of Lewisville, part of Innovetive Petcare, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician to join our small animal team in Lewisville, NC. The role welcomes assistants, RVT students, and NC-credentialed technicians for a collaborative hospital focused on patient care.

Responsibilities include animal handling, exams, medications, and lab work while supporting the veterinary team in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of veterinary hospital experience as a Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician.
• High school diploma or GED; RVT students encouraged to apply.
• RVT credential preferred; NC-credentialed technicians encouraged to apply.
• Hands-on experience with animal restraint, venipuncture, medication administration, and laboratory diagnostics.
• Familiarity with surgical preparation, anesthesia monitoring, and patient recovery.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced veterinary environment while prioritizing patient safety.
• Dependable, team-oriented approach with a willingness to learn and support coworkers.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and remain active throughout the workday.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, low-stress animal handling and restraint for dogs and cats.
• Assist veterinarians and technicians with exams, diagnostics, and treatments.
• Administer medications (oral, topical, injectable) with accurate documentation.
• Support veterinary pharmacy operations and prescription fulfillment.
• Perform laboratory procedures including blood, urine, and fecal testing.
• Prepare patients for surgery and anesthesia, including monitoring and recovery support.
• Maintain a clean, organized veterinary hospital environment.
• Monitor and support hospitalized and boarding patients.
• Communicate effectively with the veterinary team to ensure efficient workflow.
• Provide client education on medications, preventive care, and discharge instructions.
• Take initiative and contribute to a team-oriented veterinary environment.

Skills

Veterinary assistant experience

Animal handling

Laboratory diagnostics

Medication administration

Teamwork

Communication skills

Patient safety

Lift up to 50 pounds

Education

High school diploma or GED

Veterinary Technician student

RVT credential preferred

Job description

Description

Build your veterinary career with a team that values clinical skills, teamwork, and quality patient care.

Department: Veterinary Assistants

Location: Lewisville, North Carolina

Compensation: $12.00 - $18.00 / hour

Animal Hospital of Lewisville

Animal Hospital of Lewisville is hiring an experienced Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician to join our small animal veterinary team. We welcome experienced Veterinary Assistants, Veterinary Technician students, and Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs) looking for a collaborative hospital where they can contribute, continue learning, and make a difference in the lives of pets and their families.

We provide comprehensive veterinary care for dogs and cats throughout Lewisville, Clemmons, Winston-Salem, Pfafftown, Mocksville, and Rural Hall.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Provide safe, low-stress animal handling and restraint for dogs and cats
• Assist veterinarians and technicians with exams, diagnostics, and treatments
• Administer medications (oral, topical, injectable) with accurate documentation
• Support veterinary pharmacy operations and prescription fulfillment
• Perform laboratory procedures including blood, urine, and fecal testing
• Prepare patients for surgery and anesthesia, including monitoring and recovery support
• Maintain a clean, organized veterinary hospital environment
• Monitor and support hospitalized and boarding patients
• Communicate effectively with the veterinary team to ensure efficient workflow
• Provide client education on medications, preventive care, and discharge instructions
• Take initiative and contribute to a team-oriented veterinary environment

Skills Knowledge and Expertise

• At least 1 year of veterinary hospital experience as a Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required; Veterinary Technician students encouraged to apply.
• RVT credential preferred; North Carolina-credentialed technicians are encouraged to apply.
• Hands-on experience with animal restraint, venipuncture, medication administration, and laboratory diagnostics.
• Familiarity with surgical preparation, anesthesia monitoring, and patient recovery preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced veterinary environment while prioritizing patient safety.
• Dependable, team-oriented approach with a willingness to learn and support coworkers.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and remain active throughout the workday.

What Makes You Successful

• Proactive and dependable in a fast-paced veterinary setting
• Strong team player with clear communication
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality patient care
• Passionate about client education and animal health
• Motivated to learn and grow within veterinary medicine

Scheduling & Work Environment

• Full-time Employment Opportunity
• Rotating Saturdays required (shared fairly across the team)
• Supportive, team-based veterinary hospital culture
• Fast-paced but collaborative small animal practice environment

What We Offer

We offer competitive compensation based on experience, along with benefits designed to support your well-being and career development.

Full-Time Benefits Include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Employee pet care discounts.
• Continuing education (CE) and professional development opportunities.
• Career growth opportunities within Innovetive Petcare.

Additional Benefits for Eligible Registered Veterinary Technicians:

• HeadStart Student Loan Repayment Program for qualifying RVTs who graduated from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program and passed the VTNE within the past three years.
• Licensure fee and renewal support.
• Ongoing professional development and advancement opportunities.

Grow Your Veterinary Career in Lewisville

At Animal Hospital of Lewisville, you'll be part of a team committed to compassionate medicine, collaboration, and continuous improvement. From preventive care and dentistry to surgery, diagnostic imaging, and urgent care, you'll have opportunities to contribute to a varied caseload while continuing to build your clinical skills.