Veterinary Assistant / Veterinary Technician

About the role

Build your veterinary career with a team that values clinical skills, teamwork, and quality patient care. Animal Hospital of Lewisville is hiring an experienced Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician to join our small animal veterinary team. We welcome experienced Veterinary Assistants, Veterinary Technician students, and Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs) looking for a collaborative hospital where they can contribute, continue learning, and make a difference in the lives of pets and their families. We provide comprehensive veterinary care for dogs and cats throughout Lewisville, Clemmons, Winston-Salem, Pfafftown, Mocksville, and Rural Hall. Grow Your Veterinary Career in Lewisville At Animal Hospital of Lewisville, you'll be part of a team committed to compassionate medicine, collaboration, and continuous improvement. From preventive care and dentistry to surgery, diagnostic imaging, and urgent care, you'll have opportunities to contribute to a varied caseload while continuing to build your clinical skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, low-stress animal handling and restraint for dogs and cats
• Assist veterinarians and technicians with exams, diagnostics, and treatments
• Administer medications (oral, topical, injectable) with accurate documentation
• Support veterinary pharmacy operations and prescription fulfillment
• Perform laboratory procedures including blood, urine, and fecal testing
• Prepare patients for surgery and anesthesia, including monitoring and recovery support
• Maintain a clean, organized veterinary hospital environment
• Monitor and support hospitalized and boarding patients
• Communicate effectively with the veterinary team to ensure efficient workflow
• Provide client education on medications, preventive care, and discharge instructions
• Take initiative and contribute to a team-oriented veterinary environment

Requirements

• At least 1 year of veterinary hospital experience as a Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required; Veterinary Technician students encouraged to apply.
• RVT credential preferred; North Carolina-credentialed technicians are encouraged to apply.
• Hands-on experience with animal restraint, venipuncture, medication administration, and laboratory diagnostics.
• Familiarity with surgical preparation, anesthesia monitoring,