What are the responsibilities and job description for the Experienced Veterinary Assistant: No Weekends | Privately Owned Hospital | Health Benefits position at River Road Animal Hospital?
River Road Animal Hospital is growing, and we're looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant who wants more than just another clinic job.
We are a privately owned small animal hospital in Southport, NC that believes veterinary medicine can be collaborative, supportive, and genuinely enjoyable to practice. We value communication, initiative, compassion, and individuality—for our patients, our clients, and our team.
We're proud to be growing alongside our community and are excited to be building a new state-of-the-art hospital that will allow us to continue providing exceptional care for years to come.
If you're looking for a hospital where your ideas matter, your work is appreciated, and your career can continue to grow, we'd love to meet you.
What Makes Us Different
✔ 4-day work week
✔ No weekends
✔ New state-of-the-art hospital opening soon
✔ Opportunities for advancement and professional growth
✔ Supportive leadership team that promotes from within
✔ Community involvement and local events throughout the year
✔ A culture that values communication, initiative, and individuality
✔ Employee pet discounts, benefits, and bonus opportunities
Responsibilities
- Safely and compassionately restrain patients during examinations and treatments
- Assist veterinarians and technicians during appointments and procedures
- Collect laboratory samples including blood, urine, and fecal samples
- Prepare exam rooms and treatment areas
- Communicate with clients and provide patient care instructions
- Maintain accurate medical records
- Assist with treatments, diagnostics, and patient care
- Help maintain hospital cleanliness, organization, and workflow
- Support the team wherever needed to ensure excellent patient care
Qualifications
- Veterinary experience required
- Comfortable handling and restraining dogs and cats of all sizes
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Experience with venipuncture and laboratory sample collection preferred
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Team-oriented mindset with a strong work ethic
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee pet discount
- Uniform allowance
- Life insurance
- Bonus opportunities
- Opportunities for advancement and continued growth
About River Road Animal Hospital
River Road Animal Hospital proudly serves the Southport community by combining progressive medicine with a personal touch. We believe veterinary medicine is at its best when team members are empowered to grow, clients feel heard, and patients receive compassionate, individualized care.
If you love animals, enjoy helping people, and want to be part of a hospital that is growing alongside its team members, we'd love to meet you.
Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $21