Internal Medicine Veterinary Assistant - Carolina Veterinary Specialists - Matthews

Matthews, NC

Carolina Veterinary Specialists - Matthews

Specialty/ER

Full Time

PetVet Care Centers' Carolina Veterinary Specialists - Matthews is currently seeking an Internal Medicine Veterinary Assistant to join their team!

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:

Local autonomy with national support
Career mobility and development opportunities
A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Position Overview

Join our team as a qualified Veterinary Assistant to join our busy Internal Medicine department. This position offers a 4-day work week with occasional rotating weekend on-call.

** PLEASE NOTE: All applicants must have a minimum of 1 year of experience as a veterinary assistant/technician or be a recent/upcoming graduation of an AVMA-accredited technician program in order to be considered for this position. **

Carolina Veterinary Specialists – Matthews in Matthews, North Carolina, combines cutting-edge veterinary medicine with a close-knit team environment, delivering high-quality specialty and emergency care while prioritizing professional growth and support.

Why Join Us:

Joining our team enables you to work alongside a team of highly-skilled technicians and assistants and the area's best board-certified specialists and emergency clinicians. You'll enjoy a unique and satisfying work schedule in a learning-based atmosphere where you'll acquire new knowledge and develop advanced technical skills.
The Internal Medicine Technician works closely with our team of internists and fellow technicians to provide a diverse range of advanced diagnostics and therapeutic treatments. This role offers technicians an opportunity to exercise and build upon their skills and knowledge through hands-on and critical thinking practices.

Daily duties include but are not limited to:

Facilitation of daily appointment flow
Performing standard and advanced-level diagnostics including radiography, CT, ECG, a wide variety of lab tests, and assisting with ultrasonic and endoscopic procedures
Administering chemotherapeutic agents and other medications
Performing all aspects of anesthesia including induction, monitoring and recovery
Maintaining and updating hospitalized patient orders as necessary
Monitoring patient parameters and status, notifying the appropriate person(s) of change
Performing patient treatments while in hospital
Maintaining a clean, organized working environment
Taking a proactive role in life-saving techniques including CPR, as necessary
Client communication including history-taking, discharge instructions, pharmacy communication, phone call triage and follow-up communications as necessary

The successful candidate will possess excellent communication skills, a keen attention to detail and s/he will be able to work well as part of a team and have a proactive approach to helping maintain a shared sense of responsibility among the Internal Medicine service. S/he will also possess the following qualifications:

Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position
At least 1 year of experience as an assistant/technician. Recent graduates of an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program are also welcome.
Strong technical skills including venipuncture, catheter placement, general laboratory, anesthesia and pharmacology skills
Knowledge of normal patient (cat/dog) parameters
Knowledge of basic medical terminology
Working knowledge of the indications, adverse effects and dosing considerations for commonly used veterinary medications
Ability to work both independently with little supervision as well as part of a team
Strong work ethic and good organizational and multi-tasking skills
Ability to lift 50 pounds

Schedule

Full-Time, Monday-Thursday or Tuesday-Friday from 7am to 5:30pm
On call some nights and weekends

What We Offer

We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
401(k) with discretionary contribution
Team Member Pet Discounts
Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
CE stipends and career development resources
Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pay Range

$25—$30 USD

At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 400 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you’re providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

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