Veterinary Technician

Innovetive Petcare

Charleston (SC)

On-site

USD 24,796 - 34,440

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Innovetive Petcare is seeking a Veterinary Technician to become part of a supportive and collaborative team in Johns Island, South Carolina. This role focuses on providing exceptional patient care and client education.

The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of veterinary experience and the ability to assist in various clinical responsibilities. Join a workplace committed to developing your skills in a warm, team-oriented atmosphere!

Qualifications

Confidence with patient restraint and venipuncture.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced small animal practice.
Ability to communicate effectively with clients.

Responsibilities

Assist veterinarians during appointments and treatments.
Document patient histories and collect vital signs.
Educate pet owners on preventative care and treatment protocols.

Skills

Patient restraint

Venipuncture

Client communication

Attention to detail

Education

Minimum 1+ year of veterinary experience

Credentialed Veterinary Technician (RVT, LVT, or CVT)

Job description

Veterinary Technician

Department: Veterinary Assistants

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Johns Island, South Carolina

Compensation: $18.00 - $25.00 / hour

Description

Are you a Veterinary Technician who thrives in a collaborative, patient-focused environment and enjoys building meaningful relationships with clients and their pets?

At Sun Dog Cat Moon Veterinary Clinic, we believe every pet deserves individualized care. Our team combines traditional veterinary medicine, Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM), and complementary therapies to provide a truly integrated approach to patient wellness.

As we continue to grow, we're seeking a skilled and compassionate Veterinary Technician to join our team in beautiful Johns Island, South Carolina. This is an excellent opportunity for a technician who enjoys client interaction, values continuity of care, and wants to continue developing their technical and surgical skills alongside an experienced veterinary team.

Why Join Sun Dog Cat Moon?

Consistent Four-Day Work Week
Set Schedule with a Consistent Day Off
No Weekend Requirements Currently
Supportive, Team-Oriented Culture
Integrated Medicine & Whole-Pet Care Approach
Growth Opportunities in Surgery, Anesthesia, and Advanced Patient Care
Work-Life Balance in the Charleston Lowcountry

As our hospital continues to grow, there may be future opportunities to support weekend services, but this position is currently focused on weekday operations.

What You'll Do

As a Veterinary Technician, you'll play a critical role in both patient care and client education while helping ensure an exceptional experience from check-in to discharge.

Clinical Responsibilities

Assist veterinarians during appointments, diagnostics, and treatments
Obtain and document patient histories
Collect vital signs and perform patient assessments
Provide confident and compassionate restraint for small animal patients
Perform venipuncture and sample collection
Assist with laboratory diagnostics and patient monitoring
Administer medications and treatments as directed
Maintain accurate and detailed medical records

Client Communication & Exam Room Support

Guide clients through treatment recommendations and care plans
Create, review, and discuss estimates with clients
Obtain estimate approvals and support treatment plan communication
Educate pet owners on preventative care and treatment protocols
Deliver exceptional customer service while building long‑term client relationships

Surgery & Anesthesia Support

Preferred experience includes:

Surgical preparation and patient positioning
Anesthetic monitoring
Surgical assisting
Recovery monitoring

Don't have extensive surgery experience yet? That's okay. We're happy to train a technician who has already built a strong clinical foundation and is eager to expand their skills in surgery and anesthesia.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

Confidence with:

Patient restraint
Venipuncture
Exam room appointments
Medical record documentation
Client communication

Minimum 1+ year of veterinary experience in a clinical setting
Comfortable working in a fast‑paced small animal practice
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Positive attitude and team‑first mindset
Passion for delivering exceptional patient care
Ability to safely handle and restrain small animal patients.
Frequently stand, walk, bend, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds.
Comfortable working around animals, animal dander, cleaning products, and veterinary chemicals.
Ability to perform repetitive tasks including venipuncture, patient care, computer work, and medical record documentation.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced veterinary environment.