Licensed Veterinary Technician

Southern Paws Animal Medical Center; Florence (SC); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Continuing Education Allowance

Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

Southern Paws Animal Medical Center in Florence, South Carolina is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician. This role involves animal restraint, triage, lab sample collection, and nursing care, with a starting pay of $18+/hour based on experience.

The ideal candidate will have strong client communication skills and a commitment to animal welfare. Southern Paws offers benefits including paid vacation, a continuing education allowance, and a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician with an active license required.
• 3-5 years professional experience preferred, but not required.
• Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts.

Responsibilities

• Animal restraint and triage of incoming patients.
• Collection and analysis of lab samples.
• Management and nursing care of medical cases.

Skills

Veterinary Procedures

Client Communication

Animal Restraint Techniques

Sample Collection Methods

Anesthesia Administration

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Tools

Avimark

Job description

Southern Paws Animal Medical Center (formerly Westside Veterinary Clinic!) is dedicated to providing the highest standards of veterinary care. We understand every pet has individual healthcare needs and we partner with our clients to meet those needs. We have a state-of-the-art facility with a complete in‑house lab, 2 digital radiology units, modern surgical suite with the ability to perform complex and orthopedic procedures, a class IV therapy laser & more!

Hours of operation:

• Mon‑Fri: 8:00 am-5:30 pm
• Sat: 8:00 am-3:00 pm
  • Open the first 3 Saturdays of each month

Job Description

Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

You’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands‑on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

• A Licensed Veterinary Technician with an active license required, 3-5 years professional experience preferred, but not required
• Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts
• Availability to work some Saturdays
• Experience with using Avimark preferred, but not required
• Excellent client communication and medical record management skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations
• Expertise in safe and low‑stress animal restraint techniques
• Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens
• Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture, with additional skills in dental radiography being a plus
• Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring
• Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with exposure to animal‑related hazards

The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.

Additional Information

Pay Range: Starting at $18+/hr depending on experience.

We offer our staff:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for all Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions
• Additional benefits may also be available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses, etc.)

Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.