What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant position at Carolina Ranch Animal Hospital & Resort?
Veterinary Assistant – Carolina Ranch Animal Hospital & Resort
???? Full-Time
???? $16.00–$20.00/hour based on experience
Carolina Ranch Animal Hospital & Resort is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated team at our state-of-the-art veterinary hospital and luxury pet resort. If you’re passionate about animal care, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy working alongside a collaborative team, we’d love to meet you.
At Carolina Ranch, we believe in supporting our team’s growth through continued education, monthly lunch-and-learns, and regular team collaboration meetings.
ScheduleFlexible scheduling available with morning or evening weekday shifts
Includes every other weekend and holiday rotation
- Assist veterinarians and technicians with patient care and treatments
- Support appointments, obtain patient histories, and educate clients
- Monitor anesthesia and assist with surgical procedures
- Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, and laboratory testing
- Handle and restrain patients safely and compassionately
- Maintain treatment areas and support daily hospital workflow
- Preventive and wellness care
- Surgery and dentistry
- Daytime emergency care
- Rehabilitation
- Reproductive services
- Laparoscopic surgery
- Laser therapy
- Acupuncture
- Minimum 2 years of veterinary assistant experience required
- Strong knowledge of vaccine protocols, heartworm prevention, and flea/tick prevention
- Experience with venipuncture, catheter placement, and lab equipment
- Skilled in anesthetic monitoring and intubation
- Excellent communication, organization, and computer skills
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- 401(k) with 3% employer match after one year
- PTO and Sick Time (increases with tenure)
- Uniform Allowance
- Generous Employee Pet Discount
- Supportive and Compassionate Team Environment
Join a practice where advanced medicine meets exceptional patient care—and where your growth as a veterinary professional is encouraged every step of the way.
Apply today to become part of the Carolina Ranch team!
Salary : $16 - $20