Westchester Veterinary Hospital is hiring an experienced Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant to join our established general practice in High Point, North Carolina.
For more than 50 years, Westchester Veterinary Hospital has served pets and families throughout the Triad, including High Point, Greensboro, Kernersville, Jamestown, and Thomasville. We’re looking for a confident veterinary professional who can step into a busy hospital environment, support our doctors, and provide excellent patient care across appointments, surgery, anesthesia, diagnostics, and daily hospital operations.
- Assist veterinarians with appointments, examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures
- Perform technical skills including venipuncture, catheter placement, sample collection, and patient restraint
- Support surgery and anesthesia monitoring, including patient preparation and recovery
- Administer medications and vaccinations as directed
- Provide nursing care and monitoring for hospitalized patients
- Assist with dentistry, diagnostics, and in-house laboratory procedures
- Prepare, clean, and maintain treatment and surgical areas
- Support appointments, drop-offs, and urgent patient needs in a busy general practice
- Maintain accurate electronic medical records and patient documentation
- Educate clients on preventive care, medications, treatment plans, and discharge instructions
- Help maintain efficient hospital flow and a positive client and patient experience
- Previous experience as a Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant in a general practice, urgent care, or emergency setting
- Strong foundational veterinary skills and confidence working with canine and feline patients
- Experience with restraint, venipuncture, catheter placement, sample collection, and patient care
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and stay organized in a fast-paced hospital
- Strong communication, teamwork, and client service skills
- Reliable, compassionate, and comfortable taking ownership of daily responsibilities
RVT candidates are encouraged to apply.
Preferred Experience
- RVT credential or eligibility to sit for the VTNE
- Surgery and anesthesia monitoring
- Dentistry and dental radiography
- In-house laboratory diagnostics
- Appointment support and client education
- Electronic medical records / veterinary practice management software
Hourly Pay: $15–$17/hour
Negotiable for RVT candidates based on experience and qualifications
Benefits include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
- Employee pet care discounts
- Continuing education opportunities
- Career growth opportunities within Innovetive Petcare
- Mental wellness resources through Calm Health
- Legal support resources through Rocket Lawyer
Student Loan Support – HeadStart Program
We proudly support early-career credentialed technicians through our HeadStart Student Loan Repayment Program.
Eligible candidates include:
- Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs)
- Graduates from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program within the past 3 years
- Individuals who have successfully passed the VTNE
This program is designed to help reduce student loan burden while supporting your continued growth in veterinary medicine.
Why Join Westchester Veterinary Hospital?
- Join a respected veterinary hospital with over 50 years of community trust
- Work alongside an experienced, supportive, and collaborative team
- Utilize and continue building your technical skills in a high-quality general practice setting
- Make a meaningful impact on patient care and the future success of the hospital
- Grow your veterinary career with long-term opportunities
Apply Today
If you are an experienced Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant looking for a team where your skills, experience, and passion for patient care will truly make a difference, we would love to hear from you.
