Encore Vet Group·Mooresville, North Carolina
The role involves assisting in surgeries, monitoring anesthesia, and performing diagnostic tasks like blood draws and catheter placement. Additionally, the candidate will support dental cleanings and communicate clearly with clients regarding patient care.
The skilled hands behind every exam.
The heart of our clinical team.
Harbor Point Animal Hospital isn't just a veterinary hospital, it's a tight-knit team of animal lovers, caretakers, and passionate professionals who show up every day to make a difference.
We've been AAHA-accredited since 2017 and were recently named the 2025 AAHA Accredited Practice of the Year, and we're growing.
As AHHA 2025 practice of the year, we pride ourselves on delivering gold-standard care while making every client and patient feel seen, heard, and valued.
We're searching for an experienced Veterinary Assistant or Credentialed Veterinary Technician to join our team full-time and bring even more heart, expertise, and skill to our practice.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment where every day makes a difference, we might be the perfect match.
What You'll Do Assist in surgery, monitor anesthesia, run diagnostics, and support dental cleanings Place catheters, draw blood, and collect samples Communicate clearly with clients and colleagues throughout patient care Work alongside the team in a collaborative, hands-on environment Apply Fear Free handling techniques to keep pets calm and comfortable What We're Looking For A Veterinary Assistant or Credentialed Veterinary Technician with a passion for patient care and a commitment to excellence 1-2 years hands on veterinary experience Confidence in catheter placement, blood draws, and sample collection Someone who thrives in a collaborative environment where every voice matters Ready to grow in a practice that invests in your development Bonus points if you: Are familiar with Fear Free Handling Love speaking with clients about their pet's care Are a team player always looking to learn and teach Schedule Full-time, Day shift 10-hour shifts Rotating weekends Holiday coverage as part of the rotation Why Join Harbor Point Animal Hospital?
We treat every pet like family and every team member like gold.
Our full-service hospital combines cutting-edge medicine, AAHA-accredited standards of care, and a genuine sense of compassion, and we're equipped with the tools and resources needed to do your best work.
In 2023, we were honored with a Lake Normy Award from Lake Norman Publications, recognizing our commitment to the pets and families we serve.
Here, it's not just about what we do, it's how we do it: relationships over transactions, teamwork over ego, and curiosity, learning, and leveling up together.
Not from around here?
No problem!
We are located in beautiful Mooresville, close to many coffee shops, walkable parks, and a large variety of restaurants to check out on break.
The Perks + Benefits We believe you should feel as supported as you make our clients feel.
We offer: Competitive pay, based on experience Free virtual mental health for your household (ages 13+) Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Generous CE allowance + paid CE time Uniform allowance Pet care discounts for your personal pets PTO, floating holidays, parental leave, and military leave A robust Employee Assistance Program (from finances to wellness and everything in between) Access to Encore Vet Group’s library of training, CE, and career development resources A 401(k) with up to 5% company match.
Want to work somewhere you can grow, belong, and be part of something special?
Apply today!
Check us out: www.harborpointanimalhospital.com Harbor Point Animal Hospital is proud to be partnered by Encore Vet Group – see what that means for you: www.encorevet.com Encore Vet Group is a community of veterinary hospitals that share a passion for the profession and a strong commitment to those who provide veterinary care.
We are dedicated to a great culture, strong leadership, and high-quality medicine.
Veterinary practice success doesn’t happen without these key ingredients.
Our hospitals maintain the culture and atmosphere of a private veterinary practice while gaining access to collective resources and veterinary business management expertise to help lead their teams forward and shape their future.
Whether you're a veterinarian, technician, or support staff, our focus is to support you in doing what you love — caring for animals while advancing your career.
Candidates must have 1-2 years of hands-on veterinary experience and confidence in clinical skills like sample collection. A passion for patient care and a collaborative mindset are essential for this position.
Market context
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