Veterinary Assistant - Winterville Animal Care

Encore Vet Group • Winterville, NC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Care for animals. Support your team. Make a difference every single shift.
At Winterville Animal Care, we know it takes a village to care for pets and Veterinary Assistants are the glue that holds it all together. We’re looking for a compassionate and motivated Full-Time Veterinary Assistant to join our crew and bring skill, kindness, and hustle to every exam room, surgery prep, and tail wag.
Why you'll love us:
Supportive, Fun Team Culture - We support one another, show up for our teammates, and treat every pet with care and respect. You’ll be part of a collaborative environment where communication, kindness, and teamwork truly matter.
Full-Service Veterinary Expertise - Our full-service hospital offers cutting-edge medicine and surgical services, delivered with genuine compassion and expert teamwork.
Growth & Teamwork Culture - We believe the best care happens when people work together. We value strong relationships, shared learning, and continuous growth, creating space for every team member to learn, contribute, and level up together.
You'll be a great fit if:
You love animals (obviously) and have a calm, steady presence
You’re a great communicator and work well with clients and teammates
You’re organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable
You’re cool under pressure and thrive in a busy hospital setting
You’re eager to learn and grow in your role
You value teamwork and know how to pitch in wherever you’re needed

Requirements

• You love animals (obviously) and have a calm, steady presence
• You’re a great communicator and work well with clients and teammates
• You’re organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable
• You’re cool under pressure and thrive in a busy hospital setting
• You’re eager to learn and grow in your role
• You value teamwork and know how to pitch in wherever you’re needed

Responsibilities

• Keeping accurate medical records and helping answer client questions
• Prepping patients for exams and surgeries
• Administering medications as directed
• Assisting with lab testing (blood, fecal, urine, etc.)
• Cleaning and sanitizing surgical tools, kennels, and exam areas
• Monitoring post-op patients and reporting any changes
• Safely restraining patients during exams and procedures
• Helping educate pet parents on meds, treatments, and care
• Partnering with Credentialed Technicians and DVMs to provide top-tier care

Benefits

• Competitive pay, based on experience
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance (some plans include free outpatient mental health care)
• Generous CE allowance + paid CE time
• Uniform allowance
• Pet care discounts for your personal pets
• PTO, floating holidays, parental leave, and military leave
• A robust Employee Assistance Program (from finances to wellness and everything in between)
• Access to Encore Vet Group’s library of training, CE, and career development resources
• A 401(k) with up to 5% company match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees