Clinic Veterinary Assistant

About the role

The Role As a Veterinary Assistant on our Clinic Services Team, the core of your responsibilities revolves around keeping both the animals at our shelter and animals in the public happy and healthy. You'll be assisting in prep and recovery for animals in surgery and providing wellness care and guidance to the public.

Responsibilities

• Aid in the intake of all animals scheduled for surgery, ensuring all paperwork is completed by owners and all vaccines are current, and explaining any high-risk factors to owners and having them sign the appropriate release form.
• Prepare all animals prior to surgery and assist in the surgery room.
• Monitor all animals recovering from surgery.
• Assist veterinarians with physical exams and administering vaccines.
• Provide excellent customer service to all visitors and clients.

Requirements

• One to two years of vet assistant related experience and/or training.
• Enthusiasm for the mission of the Humane Society of Charlotte and helping animals and people in our community.
• A reliable mode of transportation.
• Comfortable interacting with dogs and cats.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license.
• Current CPR certification.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail.
• Basic computer skills.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance Covered at 98%
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Match
• Short Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Medical & Dependent Care FSA
• Employee Assistance Program that Includes Free Mental Health Care, Legal & Financial Help
• Professional Development Assistance & Opportunities for Growth
• Student Loan Assistance (PSLF)
• PTO (3 weeks starting)
• Holiday & Birthday PTO
• Paid Sabbatical Leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Paid Pet Bereavement Leave
• Pet Discounts Including Medical/Wellness Care Services
• Flea/Tick and Heartworm Preventative
• Dog Training Retail Center Items
• Pet Adoption
• Pet Insurance with MetLife
• Pet Food through Hill’s VIP, Royal Canin & Purina Pro Plan

About HSC

HSC has been around for over 47 years, then in 1982 we became the first low cost spay/neuter clinic to open in the southeast US! HSC recently moved into our brand-new Animal Resource Center, and we are thrilled to have a brand-new state-of-the-art facility which allows us to be able to offer more comprehensive services to our community. We completed over 8,000 spay/neuter surgeries and saw over 7,000 essential care clients in 2025. If you prefer an environment that is fast paced, provides quality care and an organization that is rooted in compassion and empathy then look no further. Join Us! Come join our team of amazing professionals that are truly proud to be making a difference in the lives of animals and families in our community. Visit our website, www.humanecharlotte.org, for a detailed job description as well as additional information on our organization and culture. We look forward to hearing from you!

Contact Information

Job Contact Details
Name: Celeste Atfield
Title: Director of Human Resources
Telephone Number: 704-494-7715
Email Address: catfield@humanecharlotte.org
Website: https://humanesocietyofcharlotte.org/careers/