Veterinary Technician

Vetcor; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid parental leave

PTO

Pet discounts

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Spartanburg Animal Clinic in Upstate South Carolina is seeking a Veterinary Technician/Assistant to join a fast-paced, client-focused team. The role features a four-day workweek with rotating Saturdays and competitive benefits designed to support care excellence.

Join a trusted clinic with a century of community roots, offering hands-on opportunities in exams, anesthesia, diagnostics, and client education while advancing your veterinary career in a supportive, collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of clinical experience as a veterinary technician or assistant.
• Proficient venipuncture, IV catheter placement, lab procedures, and anesthesia monitoring.
• Experience with surgical assistance and perioperative patient care.
• Familiar with safe animal handling, cytology, and dental radiography.
• Excellent communication and client education skills.
• Positive, team-focused attitude and high patient care standards.
• Growth mindset and dedication to the practice.
• Initiative and ability to work independently and in a team.
• LVT credential is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient exams, treatments, and medical procedures.
• Obtain histories and prepare exam rooms for doctors.
• Collect blood samples, place IV catheters, perform tests.
• Read ear, urine, and skin cytologies.
• Monitor anesthesia and assist with surgery.
• Take radiographs as needed.
• Use low-stress handling and proper restraint.
• Educate clients on preventive care and vaccines.
• Maintain medical records and support client communication.
• Manage pharmacy duties and keep work areas organized.
• Support daily operations with a team-first mindset.

Skills

Venipuncture

IV catheter

Lab procedures

Anesthesia monitoring

Surgical assistance

Cytology

Dental radiography

Client education

Team player

Job description

Who We Are

Spartanburg Animal Clinic is Hiring a Veterinary Technician!

Position Details

Role: Veterinary Technician/Assistant

Status: Full‑Time

Salary: Negotiable and based on experience

Schedule: Four-day workweek with additional rotating Saturdays

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee pet discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state veterinary technician license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program

Looking for a veterinary technician or assistant role where your clinical experience and positive, team-oriented attitude are valued every day?

Spartanburg Animal Clinic, a trusted practice with over 100 years of history serving our community, offers a welcoming environment focused on compassionate, client‑focused care and professional growth.

Join us and be part of a skilled team dedicated to providing exceptional care to pets in a fast‑paced, dynamic setting.

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love It Here

• Four‑day workweek with rotating Saturdays
• A well‑established, supportive clinic with an emphasis on client education and fear‑free handling
• Collaborative team environment where technicians and assistants grow through varied clinical experience
• Opportunities to engage in surgical assistance, diagnostics, and preventive care
• A location with rich community roots offering a balanced lifestyle in the heart of Upstate South Carolina
• Access to comprehensive benefits and ongoing professional development

What Our Veterinary Technicians Do

• Assist with patient exams, treatments, and medical procedures
• Obtain patient histories and prepare exam rooms for doctors’ appointments
• Collect blood samples, place IV catheters, and perform diagnostic testing
• Read and interpret ear, urine, and skin cytologies
• Monitor anesthesia and assist with surgical procedures
• Take diagnostic and dental radiographs as applicable
• Utilize safe, low‑stress handling and proper restraint techniques
• Educate clients on preventive care, vaccinations, nutrition, and disease prevention
• Maintain accurate medical records and support client communication
• Manage pharmacy duties and maintain clean, organized work areas
• Support daily operations with a team‑first mindset

What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring

• At least 2 years of clinical experience as a veterinary technician or veterinary assistant
• Strong skills in venipuncture, IV catheter placement, laboratory procedures, and anesthesia monitoring
• Working knowledge of surgical assistance and perioperative patient care
• Experience with safe animal handling, cytology evaluation, and dental radiography
• Excellent communication and client education skills
• Positive, team‑focused attitude with dedication to high patient care standards
• Growth mindset and investment in the success of the practice
• Initiative, collaboration, and contribution to a positive workplace culture
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Friendly, dependable, and committed to compassionate patient care
• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credential is a plus, but not required

What The Job Looks Like Day To Day

This is an active, hands‑on role. Here’s what to expect:

• On your feet: You’ll spend much of the day standing, walking, bending, and kneeling as you care for patients.
• Lifting and handling: You’ll lift and carry up to 50 pounds on your own, and you’ll gently and safely restrain pets of all sizes when needed.
• Working with all kinds of patients: Every pet is different. You’ll work with animals of different temperaments and health conditions, and we’ll teach you safe handling techniques.
• A lively setting: Our hospital is busy and full of energy. You can expect pet hair, dander, odors, barking, and the cleaning products we use to keep everyone healthy.
• Safety comes first: Like any veterinary role, this job involves contact with infectious diseases, including zoonotic diseases (ones that can pass between animals and people). We follow strict safety and infection‑control protocols, and we’ll train you on them so you’re protected.

Financial Benefits

Benefits You Can’t Beat

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full‑time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program
• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full‑time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long‑term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child‑dependent life insurance (full‑time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full‑time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free or discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State veterinary technician license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full‑time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

If you are an experienced veterinary technician or assistant ready to make a difference in a community‑focused clinic, we would love to meet you!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Spartanburg Animal Clinic and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.