Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Alliance Animal Health•Indian Land, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Sun City Animal Hospital is a vibrant 2-doctor small animal practice located in Indian Land, South Carolina. The hospital operates 7 days a week, offering a blend of general practice appointments and urgent care services during nights and weekends. They provide comprehensive and compassionate care for cats and dogs, encompassing routine wellness exams, dental care, basic surgeries, and access to advanced surgical options through mobile specialists and consulting services. The practice is committed to staying current with veterinary medicine advancements, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth. The team is characterized by its close-knit and positive environment, with supportive leadership that encourages collaboration and mentorship, and values individual ideas and skill development. The hospital welcomes both seasoned veterinary professionals and those at the beginning of their careers, seeking individuals who are passionate about patient care, eager to learn, and appreciate innovation and a heartfelt approach to veterinary medicine.

Requirements

An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred
Compassionate
Calm
Team Player
Multi-Tasker
Strong Communicator
Able to properly restrain pets
Proficient in sample collection
Proficient in obtaining medical histories
Proficient in processing laboratory tests
Proficient in processing radiographs
Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset

Nice To Haves

Anesthesia monitoring skills
Surgical prep experience

Responsibilities

Pet restraint
Triage incoming patients
Collection and analysis of lab samples
Diagnostic imaging
Management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability
Administration of medications
Effective communication of treatment plans with clients
Surgical preparation and assistance
Anesthetic management

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
Paid Bereavement Program
Paid Parental Leave Program
Personal Pet Discounts
Competitive Compensation
Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
Tuition Assistance Program
Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
Career Development Opportunities
Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.)