Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant Position at Brevard Animal Hospital

Brevard Animal Hospital invites you to join a practice defined by superior medical services delivered in a fun, friendly, compassionate atmosphere. Since 1968, we have been a trusted partner in pet healthcare for the Brevard community, a dedication reflected in our excellent 4.8-star Google rating. Our mission centers on treating every pet like our own while respecting the needs of our clients. If you are seeking a role where you can grow professionally and immediately contribute to high-quality small animal and urgent care, this is the opportunity for you. While serving a diverse general practice caseload, you will find a supportive culture designed to help every teammate succeed. We prioritize your career growth, ensuring that our veterinarians have access to internal specialty consultations and that every teammate has resources available to achieve their professional goals, whether that means becoming a credentialed technician or moving into a leadership role. We promote continuous education and invest in programs that allow you to do your best work every day in a practice that supports a healthy work-life integration. Our commitment is to comprehensive veterinary care, covering everything from pet wellness and prevention to complex surgical procedures and advanced care. We support the delivery of high-quality medicine through dedicated testing and diagnostics capabilities, allowing our teammates to fully explore complex cases. Crucially, we are also equipped to manage local pet needs through our dedicated Urgent Care services, providing critical support to the community we serve. We believe in providing the tools and environment needed to practice medicine at the highest level. Located in the charming mountains of North Carolina, Brevard offers a highly desirable quality of life away from major metropolitan congestion. You will be joining a community that values its local businesses and enjoys access to beautiful natural surroundings. Brevard provides an appealing balance, allowing you to build a long-term professional career while enjoying unmatched opportunities for outdoor recreation and community engagement. This is truly a place where you can find both professional satisfaction and personal fulfillment.

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.

Responsibilities and Benefits

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love. Note: Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.

Competitive Compensation

A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role.

Health & Wellbeing

We offer comprehensive coverage options including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all teammates.

Financial Security

Plan for your future with our 401k retirement options and additional financial protection benefits like Life Insurance and Disability coverage.

Commitment to Growth

We support your career goals with opportunities for professional development, including educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs.

The Power of a Network

Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration, career growth, and sharing best practices.

Valuable Perks

Enjoy discounted veterinary care for your own pets, access to an online discount platform, and free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow . Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine. We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 "Most Loved Workplace," ranked #2 in America's Top 100 and #1 in veterinary care.

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EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.