Veterinary Technician

Peach Orchard Veterinary Clinic; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Paid time off

Family health coverage

Job summary

Peach Orchard Veterinary Clinic in Sumter, SC is seeking a Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our compassionate, patient-focused team. This full-time role supports preventative care, vaccines, and surgical and emergency patient care, with a schedule Monday–Friday and rotating Saturdays.

We offer competitive pay, benefits, 401(k) matching, tuition support, paid time off, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Experience as a veterinary technician or veterinary assistant is required.
• LVT or CVT credentials are strongly preferred.
• Strong technical and patient care skills.
• Excellent communication and client service abilities.
• Confident in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Compassion for patients, clients, and coworkers.
• Desire to continue learning and professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and effective patient handling and restraint.
• Support preventative care appointments and vaccine protocols.
• Assist with emergency and surgical patient care, including IV catheter placement.
• Obtain diagnostics including radiographs, phlebotomy, and laboratory sample collection.
• Perform in-house laboratory testing and patient monitoring.
• Support veterinarians during exams, procedures, and treatments.
• Maintain accurate medical records and patient documentation.
• Serve as a mentor and positive resource for fellow team members.

Skills

Technical skills

Client service

Communication

Compassion

Team player

Learning mindset

Education

LVT or CVT credentials

Job description

At Peach Orchard Veterinary Clinic, we are known for serving our patients and clients with compassion, empathy and integrity. We are always looking for dedicated and enthusiastic individuals who are eager to help us continue providing the best care and service to our patients and clients.

If you believe your values match those of our practice and you would like to be part of an outstanding team, we would love to hear from you.

Position Overview

Role: Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Status: Full-Time

Salary: Negotiable and based on experience and licensure

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.; rotating Saturday shifts required

Benefits

• Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; employee discounts
• Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, uniform allowance
• Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• 529 Savings Plan
• 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)
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Access to Vetcor’s TechLife Facebook group, including veterinary technicians company-wide
• Employee discount program

What You’ll Do

• Provide safe and effective patient handling and restraint
• Support preventative care appointments and vaccine protocols
• Assist with emergency and surgical patient care, including IV catheter placement
• Obtain diagnostics including radiographs, phlebotomy, and laboratory sample collection
• Perform in-house laboratory testing and patient monitoring
• Support veterinarians during exams, procedures, and treatments
• Maintain accurate medical records and patient documentation
• Serve as a mentor and positive resource for fellow team members

Qualifications

• Previous veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience required
• LVT or CVT credentials strongly preferred
• Strong technical and patient care skills
• Excellent communication and client service abilities
• Confidence working in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Positive attitude and collaborative mindset
• Compassion for patients, clients, and coworkers
• Desire to continue learning and helping others grow professionally

About Our Team

We are a supportive, fun-loving, and professional team environment that values mentorship, advanced medical procedures and diagnostics, and a strong focus on continuing education and professional development.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Peach Orchard Veterinary 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.

Join Our Team! If you’re ready to join a hospital that values advanced medicine, teamwork, mentorship, and professional growth, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and discover what makes Peach Orchard Veterinary Clinic such a rewarding place to grow your veterinary career!