Veterinary Assistant - Southport Animal Hospital

About the role

Southport Animal Hospital is a cornerstone of comprehensive veterinary medicine serving the Southport, NC community since 1976. We are deeply committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, utilizing preventative health care measures, and treating every highly-valued patient like our own. The trust we have built is clear, reflected in our exceptional 4.9-star Google rating. We also proudly support the local area through our community-supported Angel Fund, which covers urgent medical costs for pets in need.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential patient care, 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, anticipating the needs of veterinarians and technicians to ensure a smooth, efficient, and collaborative workflow.
• Create a positive client experience by assisting with scheduling, payments, and communications, always with a courteous and informative approach.
• Ensure a safe and clean environment by taking pride in maintaining the hospital, performing clinic upkeep and equipment maintenance to uphold our high standards of care.

Requirements

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

Qualifications

• 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.
• Calm and confident 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.

Skills

• Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary medicine.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to handle stress and maintain composure in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation starting at $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.

Pay

$17–$19/hour

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