Veterinary Assistant
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Community Veterinary Partners
Cary, NC, US
Summary
The Veterinary Assistant will support veterinarians during appointments, treatments, and surgical procedures while monitoring anesthesia. They are also responsible for client communication, scheduling, and maintaining hospital operations.
Job Description
Veterinary Assistant – Animal Kingdom Veterinary Hospital
📍 Cary, NC | Full time and Part-Time position available | Some weekends & holiday shifts required
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
- Full-time and part-time opportunities
- 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!
At Community Veterinary Partners, we believe a kinder, more compassionate world begins with how we care—for animals, for people, and for each other.
We’re a growing community of over 140 locally led general practice, exotic, large animal, and ER/Specialty veterinary hospitals, across 18 states, united by a shared mission: to create more meaningful moments between pets and people.
Each hospital in our community has its own story, culture, and values—and we believe in honoring and celebrating that individuality. What brings us together is a commitment to care that’s not just clinically excellent, but deeply human in spirit.
Our work is guided by four core pillars:
• Elevate Care: through clinical autonomy, innovation, and shared expertise
• Champion People: with well-being support, mentorship, and career growth
• Enhance Experiences: for our teams, clients, and patients alike
• Expand Impact: in the communities we serve and the profession we love
Whether it’s mentoring the next generation of doctors, hosting clinical trials, fostering leadership, or helping a team open the doors to a new hospital, CVP is building something lasting: a trusted community where veterinary professionals feel seen, supported, and empowered to lead.
We’re not just in the business of veterinary medicine—we’re building a place where people grow, teams thrive, and every meaningful moment of care makes a difference.
Founded
2009
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Veterinary Services
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
At Community Veterinary Partners, we believe a kinder, more compassionate world begins with how we care—for animals, for people, and for each other.
We’re a growing community of over 140 locally led general practice, exotic, large animal, and ER/Specialty veterinary hospitals, across 18 states, united by a shared mission: to create more meaningful moments between pets and people.
Each hospital in our community has its own story, culture, and values—and we believe in honoring and celebrating that individuality. What brings us together is a commitment to care that’s not just clinically excellent, but deeply human in spirit.
Our work is guided by four core pillars:
• Elevate Care: through clinical autonomy, innovation, and shared expertise
• Champion People: with well-being support, mentorship, and career growth
• Enhance Experiences: for our teams, clients, and patients alike
• Expand Impact: in the communities we serve and the profession we love
Whether it’s mentoring the next generation of doctors, hosting clinical trials, fostering leadership, or helping a team open the doors to a new hospital, CVP is building something lasting: a trusted community where veterinary professionals feel seen, supported, and empowered to lead.
We’re not just in the business of veterinary medicine—we’re building a place where people grow, teams thrive, and every meaningful moment of care makes a difference.
Founded
2009
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Veterinary Services
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
