Veterinary Hospital Assistant
Veterinary Emergency Care, PLLCIndependent
Apex, NC Posted
- Full time
- Flexible scheduling
- No experience needed
Benefits mentioned: Health insurance, Paid time off
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About this job
Description
Peak Paws Advanced Veterinary Hospital is seeking a compassionate and motivated Hospital Assistant to join our team. This role is ideal for individuals looking to begin or grow a career in veterinary care, with flexible scheduling options and comprehensive training provided. Hospital Assistants support both patient care and hospital operations while helping maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for pets and clients.
Requirements
Are you looking for a career that balances work and life? Peak Paws Advanced Veterinary Hospital is a locally owned, 24/7 practice that values your time outside of work. We support our team members in nurturing their family, social life, and academics, while providing a meaningful career in veterinary care.
Full-time team members work 36 hours across 4 days per week, with schedules posted at least one month in advance so you can plan ahead. Paid time off accrues continuously, giving you more freedom for vacations and personal time. Comprehensive benefits—including health insurance—begin on your first day.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
At Peak Paws, we treat pets as family and approach client care with compassion, patience, and understanding. Our Hospital Assistants play a key role in ensuring smooth operations and helping pets receive the best care possible. No previous experience is required—we provide progressive, hands-on training.
Responsibilities
- Assist with in-hospital patient care and outpatient diagnostics/treatments
- Obtain TPRs, walk patients, and administer oral medications
- Support blood draws, x-rays, and other technical procedures
- Help technicians and assistants with patient care duties
- Maintain cleanliness of patient areas, organize supplies, and handle laundry
- Learn and adapt to new tasks as needed
What We’re Looking For
- Self-motivated and eager to learn
- Comfortable around dogs and cats
- Able to multi-task and maintain attention to detail
- Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
- Flexibility to work weekends and weekdays, with schedules accommodating college semesters
Positions Available
- Full-Time: Comprehensive benefits package, hourly pay based on experience
- Part-Time: Flexible scheduling, gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced hospital
Peak Paws Advanced Veterinary Hospital is proud to be locally owned and committed to supporting our team members while delivering exceptional care.
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Pay is not listed in this posting. Typical pay for veterinary assistants in North Carolina is $17.82 an hour at the median, $37,070 a year. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025. Vet assistant pay guide
Posted March 23, 2026. Last checked on Veterinary Emergency Care Careers. Interviewing here? 30 questions to ask a clinic
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