Veterinary Assistant Position Available In New Hanover, North Carolina
Tallo's Job Summary: Carolina Beach Animal Hospital in North Carolina is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to join their team. The role involves assisting with appointments, surgeries, and procedures, as well as handling medical equipment and communicating with clients. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, flexibility with scheduling, and the ability to work in a team. The pay ranges from $12.38 to $18.00 per hour based on experience, and benefits include healthcare, retirement, and educational assistance. Join a dedicated team in a growing organization with opportunities for career growth and community impact.
Job Description
Veterinary Assistant
Carolina Beach, North Carolina
Vet Assistant
22852 Carolina Beach Animal Hospital is located in bustling Carolina Beach, North Carolina. Just minutes away from stunning beaches and spectacular ocean views, our 3-doctor, small animal hospital has been providing comprehensive veterinary care in our community since 2003. Our team is top-notch, and is committed to providing exceptional service to pets and their parents in a friendly, family-oriented environment. If you are a passionate and caring team player, please feel free to send us a resume or apply today! To find out more about Carolina Beach Animal Hospital, please visit https://www.collegeroadanimalhospital.com/ We are seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our growing hospital to provide exceptional care to our patients! You will work alongside other skilled Vet Assistants, support our Credentialed Veterinary Technicians and DVMs in the daily flow of the hospital. When you join our organization as a Veterinary Assistant, you gain access to a peer network of over 5000 individuals, 100% tuition reimbursement for accredited Vet Tech programs, and Learning & Development programs to help you meet your career goals.
Position Skills:
Assist DVMs and credentialed veterinary technicians with appointments, prepping patients for surgery and minor procedures, surgical assisting, and pro-actively set up for any procedures or diagnostic tests
Restrain animals in a safe, efficient, and caring manner
Obtain accurate vitals, obtain medical histories, and/or note any changes of patient’s condition to DVM
Collect and prepare laboratory samples such as fecal, urine, and ear cytologies
Care and maintenance of all medical equipment including laboratory machines, surgical packs, anesthesia machines, and any other tools that are essential to daily operations
High quality client communication on patient updates and questions
Position Requirements:
High School diploma or GED certificate Flexible schedule including some weekend and holiday shifts
Knowledge of medical procedures and animal handling
Must possess strong communication skills, good judgment and be able to manage stressful situations, and work with others on a team respectfully
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
Pay range of $12.38- $18.00/hour based on experience
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Short Term Disability Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
SVP offers educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in
AVMA-CVTEA
accredited veterinary technician programs
Teladoc- FREE doctor access 24/7
Discounted Veterinary Care
EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
A large network of over 5,000 veterinary professionals who all share common interest in promoting a collaborative working environment and individual career growth Opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a challenging, variety of tasks and the ability to help animals among a great team of people! Our team’s continuous dedication has rewarded us with remarkable growth, and Southern Veterinary Partners now employs more than 8,000 employees nationwide. The organization’s success has not gone unnoticed, landing us recognition as #19 on Newsweek’s “Most Loved Workplaces” list in 2022. Additionally, we have ranked among Inc. 5000’s List of “Fastest Growing Companies in America” (2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022) and the Birmingham Business Journal’s “FastTrack 30” of the Fastest Growing Companies in Birmingham (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021).
