Surgery Veterinary Assistant – Hope Crossing Animal Hospital

Job overview

The Surgery Veterinary Assistant role is onsite in Pittsboro, NC; compensation is not specified. Hope Crossing Animal Hospital is a general practice focused on compassionate care, teamwork, and continuous learning, while PetVet Care Centers’ mission is to improve the lives of animals and people. The assistant supports veterinarians and technicians with patient care, surgery-suite preparation, equipment upkeep, and administrative tasks. This work helps the hospital provide safe, compassionate care and a positive experience for pets and their owners.

What you'll do

• Provide compassionate patient care
• greet patients and owners and record weights and vital signs
• assist with triage, treatments, medication, and restraint as directed
• perform laboratory tests and take radiographs
• operate and maintain hospital equipment
• prepare and sanitize surgery suites
• maintain records, supplies, and cleanliness
• communicate with clients and support hospital operations.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

veterinary assistant

surgery

animal care

veterinary hospital

pittsboro nc

hope crossing animal hospital

petvet care centers

patient handling

radiographs

laboratory tests

medical records

saturday rotation

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• paid parental leave
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• team member pet discounts
• Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• continuing education stipends and career development resources
• hardship relief fund.

Why this role

Requires surgery experience. Schedule is Tuesday through Friday, 8:15 a.m.–5:30 p.m., with a 1.5-hour lunch, plus a Saturday rotation every four to five weeks, 7:45 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

About the employer

PetVet Care Centers is hiring for this role. Industry: Veterinary Services. Sector: 54.