What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant position at Cary Street Veterinary Hospital?
Job description
Are you looking to join a talented and compassionate team with an outstanding work/life balance? Look no further — Cary Street Veterinary Hospital is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to become a valued member of our team!
We are an independently owned, progressive, AAHA-accredited, Fear Free Certified small animal practice specializing in Canine Rehabilitation and Hospice and Palliative Care. Our team is passionate about providing exceptional patient care in a low-stress, positive environment for both pets and their people.
Why You'll Love Working With Us
- Work/Life Balance: Our hours of operation are Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 6 PM. We are closed on weekends, major holidays, and do not offer overnight care or boarding, allowing you to enjoy your time off.
- Our practice is equipped with digital radiography, dental DR, the latest Midmark Mobile Dental system, a Class IV therapeutic laser, and an in-house IDEXX laboratory.
- Fear Free Environment: We are committed to providing the most comfortable experience possible for our patients, which means no walk-ins and no overnight care — allowing our team to focus solely on delivering exceptional care.
What We Offer
- Competitive pay based on experience.
- Paid Holidays, Vacation, Personal Leave and Lunch Break.
- 50% Employer Paid Health Insurance
- 100% Employer Paid Vision Insurance, and optional Dental & Disability Insurance.
- 401K with Company Match.
- Paid Fear Free Certification.
- Generous Employee Pet Care Discount.
- Scrub and Continuing Education (CE) Allowance.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant who is:
- Comfortable with handling and restraint of companion animals.
- Experienced in small animal medicine with the ability and willingness to assist in reception duties when needed.
- Confident, compassionate, and dedicated to delivering exceptional patient and client care.
- Proficient with veterinary software; experience with Cornerstone is a plus.
If you're looking to work alongside a friendly, supportive team in a practice that truly values your skills and well-being, we’d love to meet you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18 per hour
Expected hours: 38 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- License reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- No nights
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18