Veterinary Assistant

Vetcor•Wilmington, NC

About The Position

A Country Vet is Hiring a Veterinary Assistant! Position Details Role: Experienced Veterinary Assistant Status: Full-time Salary: Negotiable and based on experience Schedule: M-F 7:45 am - 5:45 pm with one weekday off and weekends off Benefits Highlights Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program We are building something special at A Country Vet and we have openings for full-time, experienced veterinary assistant to join our team. We are looking for veterinary assistants and technicians who bring creative ideas, critical thinking abilities, and a desire to grow and learn. A Country Vet has a structure that makes for consistent, quality medical care while making work-life balance and personal well-being a necessity. We’re looking to welcome others to join us as we grow in 2026! Our awesome benefits include: Financial Benefits A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan Flexible Spending Account (full-time only) 529 Savings Plan Tuition Support Program (full-time only) Referral bonus program Wellness Benefits Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only) Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only) Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time only; after one year of service) Sick Time / Paid Time Off Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets Pet discounts on services and products Pet food discount program Workplace Benefits Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program State license reimbursement VTNE exam fee reimbursement Professional development opportunities Continuing education allowance Uniform allowance Lifestyle Benefits Six paid holidays (full-time only) Employee Assistance Program Employee discount program What’s in it for you: 4-day work weeks, with no weekends Employee benefits that strengthen both the body and the mind Regular lunch breaks A clinic culture that offers mentoring and support as we grow together – the more you know, the better off we all are! We are excited to welcome you to the team! Apply today! Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of A Country Veterinary Clinic and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.

Requirements

creative ideas
critical thinking abilities
a desire to grow and learn
experienced veterinary assistant

Responsibilities

Assist veterinarians and technicians during exams, treatments, and procedures
Safely restrain animals and provide compassionate patient care
Clean and disinfect exam rooms, kennels, and equipment
Feed, walk, and monitor hospitalized or boarding patients
Prepare supplies and support daily clinic operations
Grow as a professional and encourage the growth of others.
Ask for help and offer to help others.
Anticipate the needs of the DVM staff, promoting efficiency and teamwork.
Be accountable for your actions.
Possess the confidence to own tasks and responsibilities to deliver positive outcomes.
Be positive!

Benefits

Competitive pay
401(k) matching
tuition support
referral bonuses
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options
up to three weeks of paid parental leave
generous PTO
employee discounts
Quarterly team bonuses
continuing education allowance
state license & VTNE fee reimbursement
uniform allowance
Six paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program
A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
Roth Retirement Savings Plan
Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
529 Savings Plan
Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time only; after one year of service)
Sick Time / Paid Time Off
Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
Pet discounts on services and products
Pet food discount program
State license reimbursement
VTNE exam fee reimbursement
Professional development opportunities
Continuing education allowance
Uniform allowance
Employee discount program
4-day work weeks, with no weekends
Employee benefits that strengthen both the body and the mind
Regular lunch breaks
A clinic culture that offers mentoring and support as we grow together – the more you know, the better off we all are!