Veterinary Assistant - North Elm Animal Hospital

Encore Vet Group • Greensboro, NC

9d • Onsite

About The Position

North Elm Animal Hospital in Greensboro, NC is hiring a Full-Time Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our full-service small animal veterinary hospital. This Veterinary Assistant role is ideal for someone with strong clinical experience who is confident supporting exams, treatments, and surgical procedures in a fast-paced environment. We are seeking a Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 3 years of experience who is ready to step in, support the team, and provide excellent patient care from day one.

Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience as a Veterinary Assistant in a clinical or hospital setting.
• Confident assisting with exams, treatments, diagnostics, and surgical procedures.
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced small animal veterinary hospital.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with clients, technicians, and veterinarians.
• Stay organized, adaptable, and comfortable multitasking throughout the day.
• Bring a calm, steady presence to busy or high-energy situations.
• Take pride in being dependable, team-oriented, and ready to pitch in where needed.
• Enjoy learning, growing, and contributing to a positive, supportive workplace.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining accurate medical records and supporting client communication.
• Preparing patients for exams, diagnostics, and surgical procedures.
• Administering medications as directed.
• Assisting with laboratory testing including blood, fecal, and urine samples.
• Cleaning and sanitizing exam rooms, kennels, and surgical tools.
• Monitoring post-operative patients and reporting changes.
• Safely restraining patients during exams and procedures.
• Educating pet parents on medications, treatments, and follow-up care.
• Partnering with Veterinary Technicians and Veterinarians to provide high-quality veterinary 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: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed