Urgent Care Veterinary Assistant
TotalBond Veterinary Hospitals
Summary
Totalbond- Riverbend is hiring a Urgent Care Vet Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!
Job description
Key Responsibilities
- Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries
- Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
- Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
- Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples
- Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
- Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed
- Maintain accurate medical records
- Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits
- Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment
Qualifications
- Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting
- Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment
- Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately
Requirements
- Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting
- Technical know-how in disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment
- Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Retirement Plan
- Employee Pet Discount
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
Company overview
TotalBond Veterinary Hospitals is a well-established, full-service small animal veterinary provider operating multiple locations across North and South Carolina. Founded in 1979 with the opening of Forestbrook Animal Hospital in Gastonia, NC, the organization has grown to include six veterinary hospitals serving the Charlotte metropolitan area and surrounding regions. The company provides comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care for companion animals, with a strong emphasis on the human-animal bond and relationship-centered patient care. TotalBond Veterinary Hospitals offers advanced diagnostic capabilities including in-house laboratory testing, digital radiography, ultrasound, and specialized pain management services. The organization is distinguished by having board-certified specialists in canine and feline practice, Fear-Free certified practitioners, and AAHA-accredited facilities. Their services encompass preventive care, internal medicine, surgery, dentistry, senior pet care, and boarding services, with a philosophy focused on building long-term relationships with both pets and their owners.