Veterinary Assistant

Experienced Veterinary Assistant Wanted

Westbrook Animal Hospital in Burlington, North Carolina, is looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated team. We work together to uphold high standards of veterinary care while creating a supportive, positive environment where team members can learn, grow, and enjoy the work they do.

We believe that caring for our patients starts with caring for one another. If you enjoy hands-on patient care, thrive in a collaborative environment, and want to continue expanding your veterinary skills, we'd love to meet you.

As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll:

• Safely and compassionately handle and restrain dogs and cats for examinations and procedures
• Assist veterinarians and technicians during examinations, treatments, surgeries, and other procedures
• Monitor, adjust, and document anesthesia depth and patient vital signs
• Place IV catheters and collect blood, urine, stool, and other diagnostic samples
• Perform laboratory testing and assist with diagnostic imaging
• Administer medications, treatments, and vaccines as directed
• Prepare examination rooms, surgical areas, instruments, and supplies
• Assist with local and regional anesthesia as directed and permitted
• Feed, exercise, monitor, and provide attentive care for hospitalized patients
• Maintain accurate medical records and patient documentation
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients regarding patient care and status
• Maintain supplies and equipment to keep the hospital running efficiently
• Sterilize and wrap instruments and maintain clean, sanitary treatment and surgical areas
• Verify medication expiration dates and follow hospital safety and regulatory protocols

What you'll bring as a Veterinary Assistant:

• Previous veterinary assistant experience
• Confidence with patient handling and restraint
• Experience with anesthesia monitoring and patient vital signs
• Experience with IV catheter placement, sample collection, and laboratory procedures
• Knowledge of medication administration and veterinary treatment protocols
• Strong communication and client-service skills
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accurate medical records
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced hospital environment
• Dependable, compassionate, and team-oriented attitude
• Passion for veterinary medicine and continued professional growth

Join our team and bring your skills, compassion, and enthusiasm to a hospital where your contributions truly matter.

Apply today and help Westbrook Animal Hospital continue making a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and the people who love them.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Westbrook Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.