Veterinary Assistant – Southport Animal Hospital

Southport, NC

Pay: $17–$19/hour - A $1,000 sign on bonus is available to qualified applicants!

Southport Animal Hospital is looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our compassionate and collaborative team! If you have at least 2 years of experience in veterinary medicine and enjoy providing exceptional patient care while supporting a positive team environment, we'd love to meet you.

Schedule

• Full-Time
• Four weekdays per week (7:30 AM – 5:30 PM)
• One Saturday every 4–5 weeks (8:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
• One-hour lunch break

What We're Looking For

• Minimum of 2 years of veterinary assistant experience
• Strong patient restraint and animal handling skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Passion for delivering outstanding care to pets and their families

Why Join Southport Animal Hospital?

• Competitive pay: $17–$19/hour
• Consistent full-time schedule with one weekday off each week
• Supportive and experienced team
• Opportunity to continue growing your veterinary skills
• Work-life balance with limited Saturday rotations

Hospital Hours

• Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Sunday: Closed

If you're an experienced Veterinary Assistant looking for a team that values collaboration, compassion, and quality medicine, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

Your Impact as a Veterinary Assistant

• Provide Essential Patient Care: You'll be a key player in the health of our patients, assisting the medical team with hands-on care and ensuring every animal is treated with compassion and respect.
• Be the Go-To Support for the Medical Team: You'll be the backbone of the clinic, anticipating the needs of veterinarians and technicians to ensure a smooth, efficient, and collaborative workflow.
• Create a Positive Client Experience: You'll help create a seamless visit for our clients by assisting with scheduling, payments, and communications, always with a courteous and informative approach.
• Ensure a Safe and Clean Environment: You'll take pride in maintaining the hospital, performing clinic upkeep and equipment maintenance to uphold our high standards of care.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• A calm and efficient approach, with the ability to handle a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment with composure.
• Confidence and skill in handling pets of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in fundamental veterinary skills ranging from laboratory and pharmacy to nursing and radiology is a strong asset.