Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Riverwalk Animal Hospital; Bluffton (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

CE allowance

Life insurance and disability

Job summary

Riverwalk Animal Hospital in Ridgeland, SC is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our surgical team. You will lead anesthetic monitoring, assist in surgery and dental procedures, and ensure high-quality patient care with compassionate client communication.

We require a licensed veterinary technician in SC with 3+ years of experience, strong monitoring skills, and a collaborative, detail-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of veterinary technician experience.
• Active and good-standing Licensed Veterinary Technician in the state of SC.
• Proficiency in patient assessment, nursing care, anesthesia induction, monitoring and recovery; surgical assistance; dental prophylaxis and radiography; venipuncture and IV catheter placement; medication administration and accurate drug calculations.

Responsibilities

• Support efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows.
• Perform anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery.
• Assist in surgery and dental procedures, including prophylaxis and radiography.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Review treatment plans and discharge instructions with clients clearly.
• Identify patient concerns and support efficient case management across the hospital.
• Build strong client relationships through education and attentive service.

Skills

Veterinary technician experience

Anesthesia monitoring

Surgical assistance

Dental radiography

Venipuncture

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician in SC

Job description

Are you a skilled Veterinary Assistant who's ready to step into a surgical role in a practice that's been part of the Lowcountry community for over 25 years? Riverwalk Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our surgical team in Ridgeland, SC.

Riverwalk has been serving the Ridgeland community since 2000, and the team we've built reflects that longevity: close-knit, collaborative, and genuinely supportive of one another. We run daily dentals and soft tissue surgery Monday through Thursday. No weekends. No on-call. Just meaningful, hands‑on clinical work with a team that actually enjoys coming in every day.

We're looking for a confident, dependable assistant who can take ownership of anesthetic monitoring in the surgical suite, troubleshoot in the moment, and be a steady presence the surgical team can count on. If you have the foundational skills and the right attitude, we'll invest in the rest.

In this position, you will take an active role in:

• Coordinating with the doctor on the daily flow for surgical and dental procedures
• Calculating and preparing anesthetic medications and drug dosages
• Inducing, monitoring, and recovering anesthesia patients
• Performing dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
• Monitoring patient recovery and ongoing procedural care
• Guiding clients through patient admission and discharge with confidence and compassion

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Performing anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Assisting in surgery
• Performing dental procedures, including prophylaxis and radiography
• Maintaining accurate, detailed medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Identifying patient concerns and supporting efficient case management across the hospital
• Building strong client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $22.00 – $25.00 per hour, for each hour worked
• Schedule: This is a flexible position open to someone full-time or part‑time position, with a full time typically offering a 4 x 10 schedule, Monday–Friday. No weekends and no on‑call requirements.

Full‑time Benefits Package*:

• Bonus package: $2000 based on active, good‑standing veterinary technician credentials in the state of SC
• CE allowance: $500-$1,000 based on tenure and credentials
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law

*Part‑time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 3+ years of veterinary technician experience
• Active and good‑standingLicensed Veterinary Technician in the state of SC **
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring
  • Anesthetic induction, monitoring, and recovery
  • Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
  • Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
  • Venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement
  • Medication administration and accurate drug calculations
  • Strong critical thinking and attention to detail

**Recent graduates pending VTNE testing and licensure, or out‑of‑state license‑holders who are eligible to transfer a license, are also encouraged to apply

Why choose Riverwalk Animal Hospital?

Riverwalk Animal Hospital is a 3‑doctor small animal practice in Ridgeland, SC offering a comprehensive range of services including soft tissue surgery, advanced dentistry with digital dental radiographs, digital X‑ray, ultrasound, laser therapy, in‑house laboratory diagnostics, and EKG/ECG capabilities. The surgical team manages everything from spays and neuters to mass removals, cystotomies, abdominal surgeries, and amputations with orthopedic cases supported by a visiting surgeon.

The culture here is genuinely low‑drama and close‑knit the kind of team that describes themselves more like long‑time friends than coworkers. Leadership is approachable, communication is open, and support staff are well‑utilized and deeply respected. With no weekend hours, no on‑call, and a pace that's steady without being chaotic, Riverwalk offers the rare combination of strong clinical work and real work‑life balance.

Located in the heart of the Lowcountry, Ridgeland sits just a short drive from Hilton Head Island and Savannah, GA with affordable living, outdoor recreation, mild weather, and a community that genuinely welcomes the people who choose to call it home.

This is a good‑faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

Pay Range

$22 - $25 USD

Riverwalk AH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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