Veterinary Surgery Assistant, ECVMC

Eastern Carolina Veterinary Medical Center – Veterinary Assistant

Wilmington, NC is hiring an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join their outstanding Surgery team!

Compensation: $18 - $23/hr, based on experience and licensure.

Schedule: Four 10-hour shifts, Three 12-hour shifts, or Five 8-hour shifts.

• Paid Time Off benefits available upon hire
• Veterinary Social Worker on Staff at Hospital Location
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Health Insurance Plans
• Discounted Employee Pet Insurance, Pet Services, and Supplies
• 401k Planning, with Employer Matching Structure
• Access to Ethos-wide expansive Vet Bloom Learning and Development platform with RACE approved CE
• Veterinary Nurse Champion Awards
• Recover CPR and Fear Free certification initiatives
• Ethos Peer-to-Peer Mentorship Networks for continued LVT/CVT growth and aspiring VTS team members
• Referral Program
• Uniform Allowance
• Employee Assistance Program
• And more!

Do you want to be part of a team where your work directly impacts patient outcomes every day? Are you detail‑oriented, motivated, and eager to learn in a fast‑paced specialty setting? Eastern Carolina Veterinary Medical Center (ECVMC) is seeking a Surgery Department Assistant to support our busy surgical team.

In this role, you’ll work closely with board‑certified surgeons, anesthesiology staff, and surgical technicians to ensure efficient, high‑quality patient care from pre‑op through post‑op recovery.

• Safely handle and restrain animals with guidance from the medical team
• Help get patients ready for procedures (cleaning, moving patients, basic prep)
• Set up and clean surgery, prep, and recovery areas
• Wash, pack, and help sterilize surgical instruments
• Assist with moving patients between surgery and recovery areas
• Help monitor patients after procedures and report concerns to technicians
• Stock supplies and keep surgery areas clean and organized
• Perform daily cleaning and disinfecting to maintain a safe environment
• Support technicians, doctors, and the surgery team with basic tasks as needed

• Previous veterinary or medical experience preferred (training available for the right candidate)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow protocols
• Ability to safely lift and move patients up to 40 lbs
• Knowledge of medical terminology is a plus
• Reliable, team-oriented, and eager to learn
• Commitment to excellent patient care and teamwork

At ECVMC, our mission is to deliver the highest level of care by providing exceptional services in Emergency Medicine, Surgery, and Rehabilitation—for our patients, clients, and referring veterinarians. Our team is dedicated to excellence in both medicine and patient care, and we’ve worked hard to cultivate an inclusive, collaborative environment where every team member is supported and valued. Here, you’ll encounter cutting‑edge equipment, unique cases, and innovative procedures that allow you to advance your technical skills every day.

Are you passionate about patient care and ready to make a real difference in the lives of animals and their families? Looking for a workplace that values work‑life balance, team collaboration, and professional growth? Apply today to take your career to the next level and join the ECVMC team!

Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.