Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Alliance Animal Health•Old Point Station, SC

3h•Onsite

About The Position

Sun City Animal Hospital is a vibrant 2-doctor small animal practice in Indian Land, South Carolina, open 7 days a week, offering general practice appointments and urgent care hours on nights and weekends. The team provides comprehensive, compassionate care for cats and dogs, including routine wellness exams, dental care, basic surgeries, and access to advanced surgical options through mobile specialists and consulting services. The hospital emphasizes staying current with veterinary medicine, continuous learning, and growth. It fosters a close-knit, positive team environment with supportive leadership that encourages collaboration and mentorship, valuing employee ideas and skill development. The practice welcomes both seasoned professionals and those looking to launch their careers, seeking individuals passionate about patient care, eager to learn, and valuing innovation and heart.

Requirements

Minimum of 1-year experience as a Veterinary Assistant
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.)