Urgent Care Veterinary Assistant — ER Support & Growth

Mission Pet Health; Irmo (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Well Pets Veterinary Clinic in Irmo, SC, an AAHA-accredited small animal practice, seeks an Urgent Care Veterinary Assistant. You will support veterinarians and technicians in fast-paced urgent cases, delivering hands-on care and efficient workflow.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year of veterinary experience, calm demeanor during crises, and strong communication to guide clients and teams daily.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of veterinary experience; ER or high-volume experience preferred.
• Ability to stay calm, composed and efficient during a medical crisis.
• Confidence and skill in handling pets; proficiency in basic laboratory, pharmacy, and nursing tasks.
• Strong communication skills and teamwork in a fast-paced setting.
• Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with hands-on patient care in urgent settings.
• Maintain a seamless workflow during crises to keep the clinic running smoothly.
• Provide a calming presence for clients and manage check-ins, payments, and communications.
• Uphold high standards with accurate record-keeping and a clean hospital environment.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Calm under pressure

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Pet handling

Education

N/A

Tools

Basic laboratory

Pharmacy skills

Nursing skills

Job description

Well Pets Veterinary Clinic in Irmo, SC, an AAHA-accredited small animal practice, seeks an Urgent Care Veterinary Assistant. You will support veterinarians and technicians in fast-paced urgent cases, delivering hands-on care and efficient workflow.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year of veterinary experience, calm demeanor during crises, and strong communication to guide clients and teams daily.