Veterinary Technician

Angel Oak Animal Hospital; Johns Island (SC); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Dental and vision insurance

Continuing education assistance

Employee discount

Résumé du poste

Angel Oak Animal Hospital on Johns Island, SC, is seeking an experienced or credentialed veterinary technician to practice full medicine while keeping evenings and weekends free. We are a growing two-doctor practice with a Monday–Friday schedule, 8 or 10 hour shifts, in-person work, and no weekend duties.

Our team values technicians who work at the top of their license, communicate clearly with clients, and contribute to patient care and client education.

Qualifications

• Registered, licensed, or certified veterinary technician strongly preferred.
• 3+ years of hands-on small animal medical experience will be considered.
• Must be 18+ and able to lift more than 50 lbs.
• Strong IV catheter, phlebotomy, anesthesia, and radiography skills.
• Excellent communication with clients and team.

Responsabilités

• Place IV catheters and perform phlebotomy on dogs and cats.
• Induce and monitor anesthesia and communicate with the doctor.
• Take dental radiographs and position patients for radiographs.
• Support wellness, medicine, surgery, and dentistry from check-in to discharge.
• Educate clients on home care, medications, and follow-up.
• Use low-stress handling to keep visits calm and comfortable.
• Help train and mentor assistants and newer team members.

Connaissances

IV catheter placement

Phlebotomy

Anesthetic induction & monitoring

Dental radiographs

Radiographic positioning

Client communication

Multitasking

Teamwork

18+ years old

Lift >50 lbs

Small animal experience (3+)

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor\u2019s degree preferred

Description du poste

Veterinary Technician (LVT / RVT / CVT or Experienced)

Monday to Friday | No Weekends | No On-Call | No Boarding | Johns Island, SC

Angel Oak Animal Hospital, voted Best of South Carolina, is looking for an experienced or credentialed veterinary technician who wants to practice good medicine, use their full skill set, and still have their evenings and weekends back. We are a growing two-doctor small animal hospital on beautiful Johns Island, SC, and we are looking for a technician who will help us grow.

Our Mission

Angel Oak Animal Hospital is a full-service companion animal hospital that seeks to provide excellent lifelong care for our patients and clients. We are committed to providing quality, evidence-based medicine for our patients in a timely and compassionate way. We provide value through client education and exceptional customer service throughout the lifetime of each pet.

If that reads like the way you already practice, keep reading.

Why Experienced Technicians Choose Angel Oak

• A real schedule: Monday to Friday, 8 or 10 hour shifts. No weekends, no on-call, no boarding.
• Work at the top of your license. Our technicians are deeply involved in patient care and client communication, not just restraint and cleanup.
• A small team where your experience is noticed and your input shapes how the hospital runs.
• Continuing education support so you keep learning and keep your credential current.
• A growing practice with room to grow with it.

What You Will Do

• Place IV catheters and perform phlebotomy on dogs and cats of every size and temperament.
• Induce and monitor anesthesia, recognize changes early, and communicate clearly with the doctor.
• Take dental radiographs and position patients for diagnostic radiographs.
• Support wellness, medicine, surgery, and dentistry cases from check-in to discharge.
• Educate clients on home care, medications, and follow-up so they leave confident.
• Use low-stress handling to keep every visit as calm and comfortable as possible.
• Help train and mentor assistants and newer team members.

What You Bring

• Registered, licensed, or certified veterinary technician (LVT, RVT, or CVT) strongly preferred. Candidates with 3 or more years of hands‑on small animal medical experience will also be considered.
• Confident, proven skills in IV catheter placement, phlebotomy, anesthetic induction and monitoring, dental radiographs, and radiographic positioning.
• Solid working knowledge of veterinary medicine and terminology.
• Strong communication skills with clients and coworkers.
• Ability to multitask and stay steady in a fast‑paced environment.
• A team-player mindset and a mature work ethic.
• High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least 18 years old, reliable transportation, and able to lift more than 50 lbs.

Our Core Values, and What They Look Like in This Role

We hire for character as much as for skill. These six values guide every decision we make, and we will ask about them in your interview.

• Integrity: You do things right when no one is watching: accurate records, honest charges, and speaking up when something is not right.
• Client Value: You explain the why behind our recommendations so clients understand the value of the care their pet receives.
• Passion: You still get excited about a good catheter, a clean dental film, and a patient who goes home feeling better.
• Teamwork: You jump in before you are asked, share what you know, and help the whole team succeed.
• Compassion: You practice low-stress handling, advocate for pain control, and treat every patient like your own.
• Personal Growth: You pursue CE, welcome feedback, and want to keep sharpening your skills.

Pay and Benefits

Pay is based on experience and credentials. Full-time and part-time positions are available. Full-time team members receive a competitive benefits package, including:

• Paid time off and sick days
• 401(k) with company match
• Dental and vision insurance
• Continuing education and professional development assistance
• Employee discount

Job type: Full-time or part-time. Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8 or 10 hour shifts. Work location: In person, Johns Island, SC.