Part-time Veterinary Technician

150216 Hilton Head Vet Clinic and Okatie Vet Clinic; South Carolina; On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral program

Career development opportunities

CE programs provided by AmeriVet

Job summary

Okatie Veterinary Center is expanding and seeks a Part-Time Veterinary Technician to support our additional doctor days at our Okatie, SC location. The role offers shifts Mon-Sat, 2/10-hour blocks, with compensation $19–$25 per hour based on experience.

The clinic emphasizes compassionate patient care, teamwork, and client communication while performing nursing care, anesthesia monitoring, and diagnostic tasks in a busy hospital setting.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of veterinary clinical experience, as a veterinary technician or assistant.
• Degree from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of industry tools and equipment.
• Passion for working with cats, dogs, and their owners.
• Experience with proper animal handling and restraint.
• Ability to perform nursing care in a hospital setting.
• Solid understanding of animal behavior and healthcare.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Dental procedure experience, scaling, polishing, radiology.
• IV catheter placement, blood draws and general treatment room tasks.
• Anesthesia monitoring and surgical experience including intubation, monitoring, pre-operative and post-operative care.
• Laboratory skills including in-house laboratory machines and using the microscope.
• Diagnostic experience including digital radiology, dental radiology, and ultrasound-guided cystocentesis.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Nursing care

Animal handling

Communication skills

Radiology

Ultrasound

IV catheter

Anesthesia monitoring

Education

AVMA-accredited Vet Tech program

Tools

In-house lab machines

Microscope

Dental radiography equipment

Digital radiography system

Ultrasound machine

Job description

Okatie Veterinary Center is growing and looking for an experienced Part-Time Veterinary Technician to support our additional doctor days.

Salary: $19 - $25 per hour, depending on experience, education, certifications, licensure, and location.

Schedule: 2/10-hour shifts. Monday - Saturday. Closed on Sunday and major holidays.

Location: 200 Okatie Village Dr, Okatie, SC 29909

Learn more about us at: https://okatieveterinarycenter.com/ or: AmeriVet: Veterinary Partner Supporting Your Business #LI-RT1

Who We Are:

At Okatie Veterinary Center, our team believes in treating every patient as if they were our pets and giving them the same loving attention and care. We are a group of highly trained, experienced animal lovers devoted to giving our patients the best care possible. With a focus on preventive care and wellness, we provide comprehensive veterinary care for both cats and dogs.

What the Clients Say:

I chose this clinic because it's conveniently located near my home and my business but over time, I have grown to appreciate the professionalism that the doctor puts into my dog's conditions. They never rush. They always inform me about what is going on and how to make my dog more comfortable as she is aging out and now has lots of problems. I love this clinic, and my dogs do too. David F.

Who You Are:

• 3+ years of veterinary clinical experience, as a veterinary technician or assistant
• Degree from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of industry tools and equipment
• Passion for working with cats, dogs, and their owners
• Experience with proper animal handling and restraint
• Ability to perform nursing care in a hospital setting
• Solid understanding of animal behavior and healthcare
• Understands the importance of excellent communication and organizational skills
• Dental procedure experience, scaling, polishing, radiology
• Skilled in IV Catheter placement, blood draws and general treatment room tasks
• Anesthesia monitoring and surgical experience including intubation, monitoring, pre-operative and post-operative care
• Laboratory skills including in-house laboratory machines and using the microscope
• Diagnostic experience including digital radiology, dental radiology, and ultrasound-guided cystocentesis

What Makes Us Different:

• Referral program - join our team, bring your friends, and get paid!
• Career development and advancement opportunities.
• CE programs provided by AmeriVet at NO cost to you!

At AmeriVet, we're committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.

Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.
• Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.
• Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.
• A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.

At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive.

Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.

At AmeriVet we believe thriving teams build thriving communities.

You will have the tools, resources and opportunities to grow your career - no matter where you start.