Veterinary Assistant

Animal Outpatient Specialty Network • Cary, NC

16d • $18 - $22

About The Position

Animal Dermatology Clinic - Cary, part of Animal Dermatology Group (ADG), is seeking a Veterinary Assistant. ADG provides specialty veterinary care for pets with acute and chronic skin conditions and supports clinical practice, research, education, drug and product development, clinical trials, and veterinary dermatology residency training. The role supports patient care and clinic operations, with opportunities to assist with medical procedures and be cross-trained for front office duties. The ideal candidate is energetic, positive, proactive, punctual, adaptable, accountable, open to diversity, committed to the clinic, and willing to teach and share ideas.

Requirements

• Previous experience, training, or education in a veterinary facility.
• Friendly, outgoing, people-oriented demeanor.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Telephone and computer skills necessary for potential front office receptionist duties.
• Team-oriented and willing to learn new techniques and treatments and accept change.
• Dependable attendance.
• Able to lift 40 pounds.
• Willingness to work long or irregular hours under pressure conditions.
• Ability to walk, bend, stand, squat, or reach constantly during a minimum eight-hour day.

Responsibilities

• Build excellent relationships with clients and pets in waiting areas and exam rooms, and exceed client service expectations.
• Provide compassionate nursing care to patients.
• Perform phlebotomy and place IV catheters.
• Prepare and restrain animals during procedures.
• Monitor anesthesia and assist in surgery.
• Apply bandages and splints and provide wound care.
• Use a stethoscope and advise pet owners on proper care.
• Perform cursory examinations and recognize potential patient issues.
• Clearly communicate findings to a doctor.
• Maintain patient records.
• Fill prescriptions and dispense medications as prescribed by the doctor.
• Perform housekeeping and maintenance duties.
• Be capable of cross-training for front office receptionist duties.

Benefits

• No nights or weekends.
• Robust vacation allowance.
• Paid holidays.
• Sick time and mental health days.
• Paid parental leave.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage options.
• Leaves of absence.
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision benefits.
• Health Savings Accounts.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• 401(k) plan with safe harbor match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Retirement readiness tools, advisor support and resources, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Education support through certification programs and continuing education opportunities.
• Life insurance and supplemental health protection plans.
• Legal counseling and identity theft protection.
• Commuting benefits.
• Company-provided scrubs.
• Discounts on services and medications for employee pets.
• Monthly bonus based on the clinic’s dietary sales.

What This Job Offers

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