Job Description

Veterinary Assistant/Technician

Department: Veterinary Assistants

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Archdale, North Carolina

Compensation: $16.00 - $23.00 / hour

Description

Grow Your Veterinary Career at Archdale Animal Clinic

Archdale Animal Clinic is hiring a Veterinary Assistant or Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our collaborative veterinary team in Archdale, North Carolina.

We’re looking for a dependable veterinary professional who enjoys hands-on patient care, client communication, and working closely with veterinarians and technicians. Whether you’re an experienced Veterinary Assistant or an RVT looking for your next opportunity, this is a chance to build your skills while making a meaningful impact on pets and their families.

What You'll Do

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with examinations, treatments, and medical procedures
• Safely handle and restrain canine and feline patients
• Support patient intake, appointments, treatments, and discharge
• Prepare exam rooms, treatment areas, and surgical spaces
• Assist with radiographs, laboratory testing, and other diagnostic procedures
• Prepare patients for surgery and treatment
• Provide nursing care, monitoring, and comfort for hospitalized patients
• Administer medications and vaccinations as directed
• Clean, disinfect, and maintain medical equipment and treatment areas
• Maintain accurate medical records and patient documentation
• Restock supplies and help maintain an organized hospital
• Provide compassionate client support and basic education regarding pet care, medications, and treatment instructions
• Communicate patient concerns and changes in condition to the medical team

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Previous veterinary hospital, animal clinic, or animal care experience required
• RVT credential preferred; veterinary technology education or VTNE eligibility a plus
• Strong animal handling, restraint, and patient-care skills
• Ability to assist with exams, treatments, diagnostics, surgery, anesthesia, and hospitalized patients
• Strong communication, teamwork, organization, and attention to detail
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced veterinary hospital with dogs, cats, bodily fluids, medical equipment, cleaning products, and unexpected patient behavior
• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, reach, and remain active throughout the workday
• Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds with appropriate assistance
• Dependable, compassionate, professional, and committed to quality patient care

What We Offer

Compensation

Veterinary Assistant: $16–$18/hour, based on experience

Registered Veterinary Technician: $20–$23/hour, based on experience and qualifications

Full-time team members enjoy:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Continuing education and training opportunities
• Employee pet care discounts
• Flexible scheduling options
• Career development opportunities within veterinary medicine

We also support team members who want to continue developing their skills through veterinary technician education, credentialing, and hands-on mentorship.

At Archdale Animal Clinic, you’ll join a team focused on compassionate patient care, strong client relationships, teamwork, and professional growth. Whether you're building your foundation as a Veterinary Assistant or bringing experience as an RVT, you'll have opportunities to expand your skills and grow your veterinary career.

If you’re ready to bring your veterinary experience to a supportive team in Archdale, NC, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and grow your veterinary career at Archdale Animal Clinic.