Compassionate Veterinary Assistant - Grow with a Caring Team

GoodVets; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSAs/Disability coverage

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Collaborative culture

Job summary

GoodVets is a nationwide network of modern animal hospitals where a Veterinary Assistant supports doctors and technicians in delivering high‑quality care while keeping the hospital clean, stocked, and welcoming. The role offers hands‑on opportunities to grow skills within a collaborative, high‑performing team across shifts.

Responsibilities include maintaining rooms and kennels, assisting with exams and procedures, handling samples, and keeping records current.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in animal care or veterinary setting (preferred).
• Compassionate, team-first attitude and strong communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• A proactive mindset with a desire to learn and grow professionally.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean, organized exam rooms, kennels, and treatment areas.
• Feed, walk, bathe, and monitor hospitalized and boarding patients.
• Safely restrain animals for exams, treatments, and procedures.
• Collect and label samples for diagnostic testing.
• Prepare surgical and exam rooms, including sterilization of instruments and equipment.
• Observe and report signs of illness, distress, or abnormal behavior.
• Keep exam and treatment areas fully stocked with necessary supplies.
• Assist with medication dispensing and ensure accurate patient records.
• Support technicians in prepping patients for surgery, imaging, and diagnostics.
• Stand, walk, and move throughout the hospital for extended periods; lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Work safely around anesthesia, radiation, and potential exposure to infectious diseases.

Skills

Animal care experience

Job description

GoodVets is a nationwide network of modern animal hospitals where a Veterinary Assistant supports doctors and technicians in delivering high‑quality care while keeping the hospital clean, stocked, and welcoming. The role offers hands‑on opportunities to grow skills within a collaborative, high‑performing team across shifts.

Responsibilities include maintaining rooms and kennels, assisting with exams and procedures, handling samples, and keeping records current.