Experienced Veterinary Assistant / Veterinary Technician

Innovetive PetCare; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Faulkner Animal Hospital in Lancaster, SC is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician to join our busy small-animal team. The role supports exams, diagnostics, treatments, surgery, and daily patient care in a fast-paced hospital.

Requirements include 2+ years of hands-on experience; LVT credentials preferred but not required. Compensation is $15-$22/hour; full-time schedule with benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on small animal veterinary hospital experience as a Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician.
• Strong clinical skills with patient handling, restraint, and treatment support.
• Experience with laboratory diagnostics, venipuncture, radiology, surgery, dentistry, or anesthesia monitoring.
• Ability to recognize changes in patient condition and communicate concerns appropriately.
• Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• LVT credentials are preferred but not required.
• Experienced, non-credentialed Veterinary Assistants and Technicians are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with patient examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures.
• Confidently handle and restrain patients of varying sizes and temperaments.
• Perform venipuncture, collect laboratory samples, and assist with in-house diagnostics.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed.
• Support surgery, dentistry, anesthesia monitoring, and patient recovery.
• Monitor hospitalized patients and communicate changes in condition.
• Prepare exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment.
• Maintain accurate medical records and provide compassionate client communication.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient hospital environment.

Skills

Small animal veterinary experience

Patient handling & restraint

Laboratory diagnostics

Surgery & anesthesia support

Communication & teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

LVT credentials preferred

Tools

Radiology equipment

In-house diagnostics apparatus

Job description

Experienced Veterinary Assistant / Veterinary Technician

Department: Veterinary Assistants

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Lancaster, South Carolina

Compensation: $15.00 - $22.00 / hour

Description

Experienced veterinary professionals wanted! Faulkner Animal Hospital is seeking a confident, hands-on Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician to join our small animal medical team in Lancaster, SC.

We're looking for an experienced veterinary professional who can confidently support appointments, diagnostics, treatments, surgery, and daily patient care. This opportunity is best suited for someone with established clinical skills who can contribute to a busy hospital environment with minimal ramp-up.

Compensation: $15–$22/hour, based on clinical experience, technical skills, and credentials.

What You'll Do

• Assist veterinarians with patient examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures.
• Confidently handle and restrain patients of varying sizes and temperaments.
• Perform venipuncture, collect laboratory samples, and assist with in-house diagnostics.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed.
• Support surgery, dentistry, anesthesia monitoring, and patient recovery.
• Monitor hospitalized patients and communicate changes in condition.
• Prepare exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment.
• Maintain accurate medical records and provide compassionate client communication.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient hospital environment.

What We're Looking For

• 2+ years of hands-on small animal veterinary hospital experience as a Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician.
• Strong clinical skills and confidence with patient handling, restraint, and treatment support.
• Experience with laboratory diagnostics, venipuncture, radiology, surgery, dentistry, or anesthesia monitoring.
• Ability to recognize changes in patient condition and communicate concerns appropriately.
• Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and contribute independently in a fast-paced clinical setting.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

LVT credentials are preferred but not required. Experienced, non-credentialed Veterinary Assistants and Technicians are encouraged to apply.

Schedule

Full-time opportunity with scheduling flexibility based on hospital needs and candidate availability.

Current hospital hours

• Monday & Wednesday: 8:00 AM–7:00 PM
• Tuesday, Thursday & Friday: 8:00 AM–5:30 PM
• Occasional weekend and holiday availability may be needed.

Ideally, we're seeking someone open to either four 10-hour shifts or five 8-hour shifts. Scheduling preferences and availability can be discussed during the initial phone interview.

Physical & Hospital Environment

This is an active, hands-on position requiring the ability to lift and restrain animals weighing up to 50 lbs., stand and walk for extended periods, and regularly bend, kneel, reach, and move throughout the hospital. Team members must be comfortable handling animals of varying sizes and temperaments, including fearful or fractious patients, and working around animal dander, bodily fluids, medications, cleaning products, and other typical veterinary hospital exposures while following appropriate safety and PPE protocols.

Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of the position.

What We Offer

Compensation & Full-Time Benefits

We believe exceptional patient care starts with investing in exceptional people. Eligible full-time team members enjoy:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-matched 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Employee assistance and mental wellness resources.
• Generous employee pet care discounts.
• Continuing education (CE) allowance and professional development opportunities.
• Paid training, mentorship, and career advancement opportunities.
• Licensure and renewal support for eligible credentialed technicians.
• HeadStart Student Loan Assistance for eligible recent veterinary technology graduates, offering up to $4,000 annually for qualifying veterinary technicians.

Why Faulkner Animal Hospital?

Join a close-knit veterinary team committed to compassionate patient care, quality medicine, and strong relationships with the families we serve. You'll have the opportunity to utilize your clinical skills, collaborate with experienced veterinary professionals, and continue developing your career while benefiting from the resources and professional opportunities of a growing veterinary network.