Veterinary Assistant
Encore Vet Group•Greenwood, SC
•Onsite
About The Position
Kinard Animal Hospital is seeking a Full-Time Veterinary Assistant to join their growing team in Greenwood, South Carolina. This role involves caring for animals, supporting the veterinary team, and making a difference during each shift. The position requires maintaining accurate medical records, prepping patients for exams and surgeries, administering medications, assisting with lab tests, cleaning, monitoring post-op patients, restraining animals, educating pet parents, and partnering with technicians and veterinarians.
Requirements
- 1 to 2 years of experience in a veterinary hospital or similar setting
- A calm, steady presence with animals and the people who love them
- Strong communication skills with both clients and teammates
- Organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable
- Cool under pressure and comfortable in a busy hospital environment
- Eager to keep learning and growing in your role
- A team-first mindset and the willingness to pitch in wherever you are needed
Responsibilities
- Maintaining accurate medical records and helping answer client questions
- Prepping patients for exams and surgeries
- Administering medications as directed
- Assisting with lab testing including blood, fecal, and urine
- Cleaning and sanitizing surgical tools, kennels, and exam areas
- Monitoring post-op patients and reporting any changes
- Safely restraining patients during exams and procedures
- Helping educate pet parents on medications, treatments, and care
- Partnering with credentialed technicians and Veterinarians to deliver top-tier care
Benefits
- Competitive pay, based on experience
- Free virtual mental health for your household (ages 13+)
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Generous CE allowance + paid CE time
- Uniform allowance
- Pet care discounts for your personal pets
- PTO, floating holidays, parental leave, and military leave
- A robust Employee Assistance Program - from finances to wellness and everything in between
- Access to Encore Vet Group’s library of training, CE, and career development resources
- A 401(k) with up to 5% company match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
