Description

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or Veterinary Assistant

Department: Veterinary Assistants

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Lewisville, North Carolina

Compensation: $12.00 - $18.00 / hour

Description

Build your veterinary career with a team that values your skills, supports your growth, and prioritizes high-quality patient care.

Animal Hospital of Lewisville is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant or Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT preferred) to join our growing small animal veterinary hospital. We are hiring full-time and part-time veterinary professionals who want flexibility, strong teamwork, and meaningful clinical work in a fast-paced, supportive environment.

Whether you are an experienced Veterinary Technician, an RVT looking to advance your career, or a Veterinary Assistant ready to grow clinically, this is an opportunity to join a practice that values medical excellence, collaboration, and patient-centered care.

Animal Hospital of Lewisville is a full-service small animal veterinary practice providing comprehensive care for dogs and cats across Lewisville, Clemmons, Winston-Salem, Pfafftown, Mocksville, and Rural Hall, NC.

We are committed to delivering compassionate, relationship-driven veterinary medicine at every stage of life-from preventive care to advanced diagnostics and treatment.

• Preventive care & wellness exams
• Veterinary surgery & dental procedures
• Digital radiography (X-ray), ultrasound & advanced imaging
• Echocardiograms & diagnostic testing
• Dermatology & allergy management
• Laser therapy for pain management
• Urgent care & sick visits

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Provide safe, low-stress animal handling and restraint for dogs and cats
• Assist veterinarians and technicians with exams, diagnostics, and treatments
• Administer medications (oral, topical, injectable) with accurate documentation
• Support veterinary pharmacy operations and prescription fulfillment
• Perform laboratory procedures including blood, urine, and fecal testing
• Prepare patients for surgery and anesthesia, including monitoring and recovery support
• Maintain a clean, organized veterinary hospital environment
• Monitor and support hospitalized and boarding patients
• Communicate effectively with the veterinary team to ensure efficient workflow
• Provide client education on medications, preventive care, and discharge instructions
• Take initiative and contribute to a team-oriented veterinary environment

Skills Knowledge and Expertise

• Minimum of 1 year veterinary experience (Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician) preferred
• High school diploma or GED required; veterinary technician students encouraged to apply
• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) preferred (North Carolina licensure)
• Strong understanding of veterinary clinical workflows and patient care standards
• Experience with animal restraint, phlebotomy, diagnostics, and lab procedures
• Familiarity with surgical preparation and anesthesia support strongly preferred
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced veterinary clinic
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and remain active throughout shifts
• Comfortable working in a clinical environment with animals and medical exposure

• Proactive and dependable in a fast-paced veterinary setting
• Strong team player with clear communication
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality patient care
• Passionate about client education and animal health
• Motivated to learn and grow within veterinary medicine

We offer full-time and part-time Veterinary Assistant and Veterinary Technician positions.

• Flexible scheduling available
• Rotating Saturdays required (shared fairly across the team)
• Supportive, team-based veterinary hospital culture
• Fast-paced but collaborative small animal practice environment

What We Offer

Full-Time Veterinary Team Members:

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Employee pet care discounts
• Continuing Education (CE) and career development opportunities
• Flexible scheduling

For Eligible Veterinary Technicians (RVTs):

• HeadStart Student Loan Repayment Program
  • Available to Registered Veterinary Technicians who graduated from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program and passed the VTNE within the past 3 years
• Licensure fee and renewal support
• Ongoing professional growth and advancement opportunities

Part-Time Veterinary Team Members Eligible For:

• Flexible scheduling
• Competitive hourly pay
• Employee pet care discounts
• Future advancement into Full Time opportunities, if interested

We are more than just a veterinary clinic-we are a team that values collaboration, trust, and continuous improvement. You will work alongside experienced professionals in a modern veterinary hospital with a diverse caseload that allows you to build your skills and make a meaningful impact every day.

Apply today to join a growing veterinary team in Lewisville, NC and take the next step in your veterinary career.