Veterinary Assistant

Encore Vet Group•Winterville, NC

52d•Onsite

About The Position

At Winterville Animal Care, Veterinary Assistants are essential to the care of pets and the support of the veterinary team. They are looking for a compassionate and motivated Veterinary Assistant to join their team, bringing skill, kindness, and dedication to every aspect of the role. The hospital offers full-service veterinary expertise with cutting-edge medicine and surgical services, emphasizing genuine compassion and expert teamwork. They foster a growth and teamwork culture, encouraging strong relationships, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Requirements

Love animals
Calm, steady presence
Great communicator
Works well with clients and teammates
Organized
Detail-oriented
Adaptable
Cool under pressure
Thrives in a busy hospital setting
Eager to learn and grow in their role
Values teamwork
Knows how to pitch in wherever needed

Responsibilities

Keeping accurate medical records and helping answer client questions
Prepping patients for exams and surgeries
Administering medications as directed
Assisting with lab testing (blood, fecal, urine, etc.)
Cleaning and sanitizing surgical tools, kennels, and exam areas
Monitoring post-op patients and reporting any changes
Safely restraining patients during exams and procedures
Helping educate pet parents on meds, treatments, and care
Partnering with Credentialed Technicians and DVMs to provide top-tier care

Benefits

Competitive pay, based on experience
Free virtual mental health for your household (ages 13+)
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
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
Paid Time Off for those working 25+ hours per week