Veterinary Technician

Animal Hospital of North Charleston; Charleston (SC); In loco; USD 23.000 - 26.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and 401(k)

Professional development opportunities

one additional differentiating benefit

Descrizione del lavoro

Animal Hospital of North Charleston is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients in Charleston, South Carolina. The role involves assisting veterinarians with exams, surgery, anesthesia, and patient recovery, while maintaining compassionate client communication and accurate medical records.

The ideal candidate has experience in animal care and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and

Competenze

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification preferred.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

Mansioni

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates
• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Conoscenze

Animal handling

Client communication

Veterinary procedures

Attention to safety

Formazione

LVT certification preferred

Descrizione del lavoro

Salary: $17.00-$19.00 dependent on skills and experience

Schedule: Monday- Friday 8AM-6PM, every other Saturday 8AM-2PM

Animal Hospital of North Charleston is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

What to Expect as a Vet Tech with Animal Hospital of North Charleston

• A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees
• Professional development opportunities
• [one additional differentiating benefit]

Key Responsibilities:

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates
• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Qualifications:

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification preferred
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

About Animal Hospital of North Charleston

We are a full-service, modern animal hospital offering the highest quality veterinary medicine in a pet-friendly atmosphere. At the Animal Hospital of North Charleston, you'll find a dedicated, compassionate team of veterinarians committed to providing outstanding service to Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester County pets.

We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.