Veterinary Assistant or Technician

As a busy general practice clinic, Mullins Veterinary Hospital serves small animals, including cats and dogs, as well as equine patients. We are looking for a reliable and compassionate individual with a passion for delivering exceptional animal care and enhancing the lives of pets and their owners. Your ability to work with the doctors and other staff to establish a solid relationship, along with an awareness that there is always new knowledge to gain, is critical. Experience in the veterinary field is a plus.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Performing simple laboratory screenings such as ear cytology, skin cytology, urinalysis, fecal flotation, etc.
• Assisting the DVM during examinations, vaccinations, and treatments
• Run in-house laboratory tests and package outside lab samples
• Collecting blood via venipuncture and placing intravenous catheters
• Observe animal behavior and condition and report to the DVM
• Administering injections, medications, and performing treatments per the veterinarian's orders
• Shaving or otherwise preparing an animal for surgery
• Dispensing medications to pet owners per the veterinarian's orders
• Cleaning the kennels and other facilities in the veterinary clinic
• Sanitizing and maintaining surgical instruments
• Handling and restraining animals for treatment.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1-2 years veterinary experience preferred

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday with one day off during the week (4-day work week)
• Alternating holidays and weekends

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Mullins, SC 29574 (Required)

Work Location: In person