Veterinary Technician: Hands-On Care, CE & Loan Aid

Faulkner Animal Hospital; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-matched 401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays

Life insurance and disability coverage

Employee assistance and mental well‑be

Generous employee pet care discounts

Continuing education (CE) allowance

Paid training, mentorship, and career…

Licensure and renewal support for tech

HeadStart Student Loan Assistance

Job summary

Faulkner Animal Hospital in Lancaster, SC is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician to join our small animal medical team. The role supports appointments, diagnostics, treatments, surgery, and daily patient care with established clinical skills.

The successful candidate will handle a variety of duties, including venipuncture, in-house diagnostics, anesthesia monitoring, and compassionate client communications in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on small animal veterinary hospital experience as a Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician.
• Strong clinical skills and confidence with patient handling, restraint, and treatment support.
• Experience with laboratory diagnostics, venipuncture, radiology, surgery, dentistry, or anesthesia monitoring.
• Ability to recognize changes in patient condition and communicate concerns appropriately.
• Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and contribute independently in a fast-paced clinical setting.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures.
• Confidently handle and restrain patients of varying sizes and temperaments.
• Perform venipuncture, collect laboratory samples, and assist with in-house diagnostics.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed.
• Support surgery, dentistry, anesthesia monitoring, and patient recovery.
• Monitor hospitalized patients and communicate changes in condition.
• Prepare exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment.
• Maintain accurate medical records and compassionate client communication.
• Maintain a clean, organized hospital environment.

Skills

2+ years experience

Education

HS diploma

Job description

Faulkner Animal Hospital in Lancaster, SC is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician to join our small animal medical team. The role supports appointments, diagnostics, treatments, surgery, and daily patient care with established clinical skills.

The successful candidate will handle a variety of duties, including venipuncture, in-house diagnostics, anesthesia monitoring, and compassionate client communications in a fast-paced hospital environment.