Description

Veterinary Assistant/Technician

Department: Veterinary Assistants

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: High Point, North Carolina

Description

Join a Trusted Veterinary Team Serving the Triad for 50+ Years

Westchester Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician to join our established, high-quality general practice in High Point, North Carolina.

This is not an entry-level role-we are looking for someone who can confidently support hospital flow, contribute to patient care, and bring strong technical and client communication skills to a fast-paced environment.

For over 50 years, our team has provided compassionate, comprehensive care to pets across High Point and surrounding communities, including Greensboro, Kernersville, Jamestown, and Thomasville.

At Westchester, we treat every patient like family and prioritize:

• Individualized treatment plans for every pet
• Strong client education and communication
• High-quality medical and surgical care
• A collaborative, team-oriented environment

What You'll Do

Clinical & Technical Support

• Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, and procedures
• Perform patient restraint, venipuncture, catheter placement, and sample collection
• Support anesthesia monitoring and surgical procedures
• Prepare and maintain surgical suites and equipment
• Administer medications and vaccinations as directed

Hospital Flow & Patient Care

• Support both scheduled and drop-off appointments
• Maintain efficient patient flow in a busy general practice setting
• Provide attentive nursing care for hospitalized patients
• Ensure accurate and timely medical record documentation

Client Communication

• Educate clients on preventative care, treatment plans, and discharge instructions
• Deliver a high level of customer service and client experience
• Support the team in building long-term client relationships

What We're Looking For

This role is ideal for candidates who are confident, dependable, and thrive in a team-focused environment.


Required:

• Prior experience as a Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician
• Strong technical skills in a general practice, urgent care, or ER setting
• Ability to multitask and support hospital flow efficiently
• Excellent communication and client service skills
• Comfort working with both canine and feline patients

Preferred:

• RVT / LVT / CVT credential
• Experience with dentistry, surgery, or anesthesia monitoring
• Familiarity with electronic medical records systems

Our Medical Services Include

• Preventative care and wellness exams
• Vaccinations and life-stage care
• Dental cleanings and oral health management
• Soft tissue and orthopedic surgery
• Diagnostics and in-house laboratory services

We are committed to delivering comprehensive, high-quality care that helps pets live longer, healthier lives.

What We Offer

• Hourly Pay: $15-$17/hr (based on experience)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) + holidays
• Employee pet care discounts
• Continuing education opportunities
• Career growth within Innovetive Petcare

Student Loan Support - HeadStart Program

We're proud to support early-career credentialed technicians through our HeadStart Student Loan Repayment Program:

• Available to Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs)
• Must have graduated from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program within the past 3 years
• Must have passed the VTNE
• This program is designed to help reduce student loan burden while you continue building your career in veterinary medicine.

Why Join Our Team?

• Be part of a well-established, respected hospital
• Work alongside an experienced and supportive team
• Build your technical skills in a hands-on, fast-paced environment
• Grow your career in veterinary medicine with long-term opportunities

Apply Today

If you're an experienced Veterinary Assistant or Technician ready to make an impact and support a high-performing team, we'd love to hear from you.