Veterinary Assistant
Community Veterinary Partners•Leland, NC
•$14 - $18•Onsite
About The Position
Brunswick Forest Veterinary Hospital in Leland, NC is seeking a dependable and enthusiastic Veterinary Assistant to join their growing team. As an AAHA-accredited veterinary hospital, they are committed to providing high-quality medicine and creating a positive environment for team members to learn, grow, and feel valued. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment, values teamwork, and wants to make a difference for pets and their families.
Requirements
- Previous veterinary assistant or animal care experience preferred
- Comfortable safely handling and restraining dogs and cats
- Strong communication and client service skills
- Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
- Willingness to learn and continue developing veterinary skills
- Dependable, positive, and team-oriented
- Comfortable assisting with cleaning and maintaining hospital areas as needed
- Experience with Cornerstone Practice Management Software
Responsibilities
- Assist veterinarians and technicians during appointments, treatments, and procedures
- Safely restrain and handle dogs and cats
- Prepare exam rooms and treatment areas for appointments and procedures
- Assist with surgical preparation and patient recovery
- Support blood draws, laboratory sample collection, and diagnostic testing
- Assist with radiographs and other diagnostic procedures
- Administer medications and treatments under the direction of the veterinary team
- Monitor and provide basic nursing care for hospitalized patients
- Clean, disinfect, and maintain treatment, surgical, and patient areas
- Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients
- Maintain accurate patient information and medical records
- Work closely with doctors, technicians, and fellow assistants to keep the hospital running smoothly
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Monthly Bonus Opportunities
- Health, dental, vision, and mental health support (24/7 access)
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Paid parental leave
- Holiday pay
- Annual scrub allowance
- Free RACE-approved Continuing Education, including Veterinary Assistant and Technician content
- 401(k) with employer match
- Incentive programs recognizing team contributions
- Personal pet care discounts at CVP hospitals
- Pet insurance discounts
- Internal career growth, mentorship, and advancement opportunities across the CVP network
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
