Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Assistant

Westchester Veterinary Hospital; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 42,981,000 - 48,712,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays

Employee pet care discounts

Continuing education opportunities

Career growth opportunities within Inn

Mental wellness resources through Calm

Legal support resources through Rocket

Job summary

Westchester Veterinary Hospital in High Point, North Carolina is hiring an experienced Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant to join our established general practice. For more than 50 years we have served pets and families in the Triad.

You will support doctors and provide patient care across appointments, surgery, anesthesia, diagnostics, nursing, and daily hospital operations in a fast-paced team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant in a general practice, urgent care, or emergency setting.
• Strong foundational veterinary skills and confidence with canine and feline patients.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced hospital.
• Excellent communication, teamwork and client service.
• Comfort taking ownership of daily responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with appointments, examinations, diagnostics, treatments and procedures.
• Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, sample collection and patient restraint.
• Support surgery and anesthesia monitoring, including preparation and recovery.
• Administer medications and vaccinations as directed.
• Provide nursing care and monitoring for hospitalized patients.
• Assist with dentistry, diagnostics and in-house lab procedures.
• Prepare, clean and maintain treatment and surgical areas.
• Support busy appointments and urgent patient needs.
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records and patient documentation.
• Educate clients on preventive care, medications, treatment plans and discharge instructions.
• Help maintain efficient hospital flow and positive client/patient experience.

Skills

Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Assistant

Canine & Feline care

Client service

Teamwork

Education

RVT credential or VTNE eligibility

AVMA accredited program

Tools

Electronic medical records software

Surgery monitoring equipment

Vaccination administration

Job description

Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Assistant

Department: Veterinary Technicians

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: High Point, North Carolina

Description

Westchester Veterinary Hospital is hiring an experienced Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant to join our established general practice in High Point, North Carolina.

For more than 50 years, Westchester Veterinary Hospital has served pets and families throughout the Triad, including High Point, Greensboro, Kernersville, Jamestown, and Thomasville. We're looking for a confident veterinary professional who can step into a busy hospital environment, support our doctors, and provide excellent patient care across appointments, surgery, anesthesia, diagnostics, and daily hospital operations.

What You’ll Do

• Assist veterinarians with appointments, examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures
• Perform technical skills including venipuncture, catheter placement, sample collection, and patient restraint
• Support surgery and anesthesia monitoring, including patient preparation and recovery
• Administer medications and vaccinations as directed
• Provide nursing care and monitoring for hospitalized patients
• Assist with dentistry, diagnostics, and in-house laboratory procedures
• Prepare, clean, and maintain treatment and surgical areas
• Support appointments, drop-offs, and urgent patient needs in a busy general practice
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records and patient documentation
• Educate clients on preventive care, medications, treatment plans, and discharge instructions
• Help maintain efficient hospital flow and a positive client and patient experience

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience as a Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant in a general practice, urgent care, or emergency setting
• Strong foundational veterinary skills and confidence working with canine and feline patients
• Experience with restraint, venipuncture, catheter placement, sample collection, and patient care
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and stay organized in a fast-paced hospital
• Strong communication, teamwork, and client service skills
• Reliable, compassionate, and comfortable taking ownership of daily responsibilities

• RVT credential or eligibility to sit for the VTNE
• Surgery and anesthesia monitoring
• Dentistry and dental radiography
• In-house laboratory diagnostics
• Appointment support and client education
• Electronic medical records / veterinary practice management software

What We Offer

Hourly Pay: $15-$17/hour

Negotiable for RVT candidates based on experience and qualifications

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Employee pet care discounts
• Continuing education opportunities
• Career growth opportunities within Innovetive Petcare
• Mental wellness resources through Calm Health
• Legal support resources through Rocket Lawyer

Student Loan Support - HeadStart Program

We proudly support early-career credentialed technicians through our HeadStart Student Loan Repayment Program.

Eligible candidates include:

• Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs)
• Graduates from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program within the past 3 years
• Individuals who have successfully passed the VTNE

This program is designed to help reduce student loan burden while supporting your continued growth in veterinary medicine.

Why Join Westchester Veterinary Hospital?

• Join a respected veterinary hospital with over 50 years of community trust
• Work alongside an experienced, supportive, and collaborative team
• Utilize and continue building your technical skills in a high-quality general practice setting
• Make a meaningful impact on patient care and the future success of the hospital
• Grow your veterinary career with long-term opportunities