Overview

Veterinary Assistant | Greensboro, NC

The fastest way to grow in veterinary medicine is to work next to people who are trusted to practice it. At North Elm Animal Hospital in Greensboro, our technicians work at the top of their license, and our assistants learn right alongside them. That means restraint that keeps patients calm, sample collection, surgery prep, and the small details that make every visit go well. We’re hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our team.

About the Practice
We’re a technician-forward, medically autonomous hospital. Our doctors trust our technicians and empower them to work at the top of their license, and that same trust extends to our assistants, who learn hands-on from a strong tech team. We’re certified Cat Friendly by the American Association of Feline Practitioners, and our doctors work alongside local specialists and the NC State Veterinary School. From wellness care and diagnostics to surgery and dentistry, every shift gives you something new to learn. We’re a kind, collaborative team that supports each other, celebrates wins, and shows up with respect every day.

What You'll Help Make Possible

Calm, safe exams thanks to steady, careful restraint
Accurate samples and lab work that give our doctors and technicians what they need
Surgery and dental days that start on time because patients and rooms are ready
A tech team free to focus on the work only they can do
Clients who feel welcomed and informed at every step

What You'll Be Doing:

Required:

1-2 years of experience in a veterinary setting
Availability for 8-hour day shifts, including rotating weekends and holidays

Preferred:

Experience with patient restraint, sample collection, or surgery and dental prep
Organized, dependable, and detail-oriented
Eager to learn from our technicians and grow your skills
Clear, kind communication with clients and teammates

Schedule

Full-time, Day shift
8-hour shifts
Rotating weekends
Holiday shifts

Schedule Compensation

Compensation for this role starts at $16.00 per hour, with final pay based on experience and role alignment.

Benefits

Competitive pay based on experience
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Free virtual mental health services for your household (ages 13+)
Uniform allowance
Pet care discounts for your personal pets
PTO, floating holidays, parental leave, and military leave
Employee Assistance Program
Access to Encore Vet Group's library of training, CE, and career development resources
401(k) with up to 5% company match

If you want to build real skills alongside a tech team that’s trusted to do its best work, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today.

Check us out: www.northelmanimalhospital.com

North Elm Animal Hospital is proud to be partnered by Encore Vet Group – see what that means for you: www.encorevet.com

Encore Vet Group is a community of veterinary hospitals that share a passion for the profession and a strong commitment to those who provide veterinary care. We are dedicated to a great culture, strong leadership, and high-quality medicine. Veterinary practice success doesn’t happen without these key ingredients.

Our hospitals maintain the culture and atmosphere of a private veterinary practice while gaining access to collective resources and veterinary business management expertise to help lead their teams forward and shape their future. Whether you're a veterinarian, technician, or support staff, our focus is to support you in doing what you love — caring for animals while advancing your career.

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