Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Practice Partners; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sangaree Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time Vet Assistant to join their dedicated team. The role involves assisting veterinarians, handling animals with care, and maintaining clinic standards. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in a veterinary setting and a passion for animal care. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Employee pet discount

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately.
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.

Skills

Technical know-how in disinfection

Administering medication

Using diagnostic equipment

Handling animals safely

Compassionate animal care

Job description

Sangaree Animal Hospital is hiring a full-time Vet Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!

What to Expect

As you join our team, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

• All the benefits you deserve —medical, dental, vision, retirement—plus an employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.
• Paid time off. Catch your breath with paid holidays and PTO.

Salary: $15-$18/hr. based on experience and skillset.

Schedule: Mon-Fri from 7:45am-5:30pm, every other Saturday 8a-2p

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment

Qualifications:

• Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting.
• Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

About Sangaree Animal Hospital:

At Sangaree Animal Hospital, we’re committed to providing our doctors and medical team with the tools, technology, and support they need to deliver exceptional care. Our hospital is fully equipped with advanced diagnostic and preventative tools, including conventional radiography, digital dental radiography, in-house labs, and ultrasound, ensuring you have everything necessary to provide top-tier service to our patients.

Established in 1985, Sangaree Animal Hospital has been a trusted part of the Summerville, SC, community for nearly four decades. We’ve grown and evolved alongside the veterinary field, staying at the forefront of advancements through regular facility upgrades, continuing education for our veterinarians and licensed veterinary technicians (LVTs), and building a highly skilled, dedicated technician team—the best in the Summerville area.

About the company

We co-own practices in partnership with veterinarians. We have experience in driving growth, cultivating exceptional staff, and overseeing operations.

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