Experienced Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals • Wrightsville Beach, NC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

VCA Wrightsville Beach Animal Hospital is seeking a Full-time Veterinary Assistant with surgical experience to join their team in Wilmington, North Carolina. This AAHA-accredited facility provides comprehensive care for canine and feline patients, including illness care, surgery, and dentistry. The role involves maintaining a positive, low-stress environment for patients and clients, with duties ranging from compassionate patient care and client education to technical procedures like venipuncture, radiology, lab work, surgical assistance, anesthesia monitoring, and medical recordkeeping. The hospital operates Monday through Friday from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, and Saturdays from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, remaining closed on Sundays. VCA Animal Hospitals is a large network of veterinary facilities committed to supporting their staff and fostering career development within an inclusive work environment.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience as a veterinary assistant performing technical duties, or similar level of experience as a veterinary technology student.
• Positive attitude
• Contribute to a positive culture
• Take an owner's approach towards all areas of care at the hospital
• Provide the highest standard of care to their patients, clients, leadership and their peers.

Nice To Haves

• Surgical experience

Responsibilities

• Compassionate patient care
• Client education and care
• Venipuncture and catheter placement
• Radiology and diagnostics
• Lab sample collection and processing
• Surgical preparation and assisting
• Anesthesia monitoring
• Dentistry
• Medication preparation and administration
• Safe and effective patient handling and restraint
• Medical recordkeeping

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• A variety of additional coverage options
• Fully employer-paid life, long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Holiday pay (when applicable)
• Generous hospital discounts for your pets
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed