Who we are :
Coastal Animal Hospital of Hatteras Island is hiring a Veterinary Assistant!
Position Details
- Role : Veterinary Assistant
- Status : Full-time
- Salary : Negotiable and based on experience
- Schedule : Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday from 8am - 6pm. No nights, weekends, or holiday hours!
Benefits Highlights
Financial Rewards that Grow with You : Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonusesWellness & Peace of Mind : Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discountsProfessional Growth & Recognition : Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowanceLifestyle Perks You'll Appreciate : Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance ProgramLove animals and want a real path into veterinary medicine? Join a growing practice where kindness leads the way. At Coastal Animal Hospital of Hatteras Island, we're passionate about caring for pets and the people who love them-and we're looking for a Veterinary Assistant excited to learn, pitch in, and grow a meaningful career.
Why Our Veterinary Assistants Love Coastal Animal Hospital of Hatteras Island
Consistent scheduling with no nights or weekend hours for real work-life balanceTeam-first culture that's supportive, fun, and big on growthLeadership that listens and invests in your developmentMentorship, continuing education, and real career pathwaysWhat You'll Bring as a Veterinary Assistant
A genuine love for animals and a "be kind & compassionate" mindsetCuriosity, reliability, and a can-do attitude-experience is a plus, but we'll train!Comfort working in a team and staying organized in a fast-moving day
A love for teamwork, teaching, and being taughtCommitment to compassionate medicine and a great client experienceWhat You'll Do
Let your passion for excellent patient care shine - every dayCommunicate with warmth, clarity, and confidenceGive pets everyday TLC-comforting, holding, and helping with exams and treatmentsSupport our medical team and keep rooms and equipment clean, stocked, and readyDeliver warm, compassionate service to clients (we treat everyone like family)Benefits You Can't Beat
Financial Benefits
A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings PlanFlexible Spending Account (full-time only)529 Savings PlanTuition Support Program (full-time only)Referral bonus programWellness Benefits
Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time only; after one year of service)Sick Time / Paid Time OffFree / discounted lab work for all employee petsPet discounts on services and productsPet food discount programWorkplace Benefits
Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus ProgramState license reimbursementVTNE exam fee reimbursementProfessional development opportunitiesContinuing education allowanceUniform allowanceLifestyle Benefits
Six paid holidays (full-time only)Employee Assistance ProgramEmployee discount programIf this sounds like your next chapter, we'd love to meet you. Apply today and help us create healthier, happier lives for pets and their families on Hatteras Island.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Coastal Animal Hospital of Hatteras Island and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.