Part-Time Veterinary Assistant
Job Description
Job Description
Veterinary Assistant – Animal Kingdom Veterinary Hospital
???? Cary, NC | Part-Time | 24 hours per week | Some weekends & holiday shifts
Pay: $16.00–$19.00/hour based on experience
Welcome to Animal Kingdom Veterinary Hospital, where top-quality care meets small-town charm in the heart of Cary, NC. We’re a friendly, close-knit team that believes in treating every pet like royalty. We’re looking for a compassionate Veterinary Assistant who enjoys working as part of a collaborative team and is excited to grow with us.
Why You'll Love It Here
- Supportive, friend-first environment — we genuinely enjoy working together
- A "family over formality" culture where everyone helps one another
- Kind, approachable, and team-focused veterinarians
- You'll never be just a number — your contributions are valued every day
Who You Are
- Veterinary Assistant with a positive attitude and excellent communication skills
- At least 1 year of experience in a veterinary setting preferred
- Comfortable answering phones and interacting with clients
- Confident, dependable, and detail-oriented
- Able to work independently while thriving in a team environment
- Anesthesia and surgery monitoring experience is a plus
What You'll Be Doing
- Assist with patient care and support veterinarians during appointments and treatments
- Monitor anesthesia and assist with surgical procedures
- Answer phones and assist clients with scheduling and questions
- Check patients in and out
- Provide compassionate client communication and education
- Support daily hospital operations and team needs
- Assist with kennel care during holiday shifts—we all pitch in when needed
Schedule
- Part-Time: 24 hours per week
- Some weekends and holiday shifts required
- Schedule will be determined based on hospital needs
Perks & Benefits
- Opportunities for growth and continued education
- Pet care discounts
- Access to CE platform with Veterinary Assistant and Technician content
- Supportive, collaborative team environment
- Opportunities for career advancement within the practice
If you're looking for a veterinary hospital that feels like home and want to be part of a team that values collaboration, compassion, and quality patient care, we'd love to hear from you!