Veterinary Technician / Experienced Assistant

Vetcor • Spartanburg, SC

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About The Position

Spartanburg Animal Clinic is hiring a Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant for its established, growing practice serving dogs and cats. The clinic has served the Spartanburg community for more than 100 years and emphasizes client education, preventive care, and fear-free, low-stress patient handling. The role offers the opportunity to use a broad range of clinical skills, contribute ideas, and work with a supportive DVM and veterinary support team in a fun, professional, team-first environment.

This is a full-time position, scheduled four days per week with rotating Saturday shifts. The clinic offers competitive compensation based on experience and skill set. The successful candidate will provide clinical support during exams and procedures, perform diagnostic and technical duties, educate clients, and help maintain daily hospital operations. The role requires at least two years of clinical experience and the ability to meet the physical and safety demands of veterinary work.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of clinical experience as a veterinary technician or veterinary assistant.
• Strong technical skills, including venipuncture, IV catheter placement, laboratory procedures, and anesthesia monitoring.
• Working knowledge of surgical assistance and perioperative patient care.
• Experience with cytology evaluation and dental radiography.
• Knowledge of safe, low-stress handling and restraint techniques for dogs and cats.
• Excellent communication and client education skills.
• Growth mindset, initiative, and willingness to contribute ideas to a collaborative culture.
• Friendly, dependable, team-focused attitude and dedication to high standards of patient care.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, safely restrain patients of varying sizes and temperaments, and stand, walk, bend, and kneel throughout the workday.
• Comfort working around animal dander, hair, odors, noise, cleaning chemicals, and potential infectious and zoonotic diseases, while following safety and infection-control protocols.

Nice To Haves

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credential; veterinary technician licensure is welcomed but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient exams, treatments, and medical procedures.
• Obtain patient histories and prepare exam rooms for DVM appointments.
• Perform venipuncture, place IV catheters, and run diagnostic laboratory work.
• Read and interpret ear, urine, and skin cytologies.
• Monitor anesthesia and assist with surgical procedures.
• Take diagnostic radiographs, including dental radiographs when applicable.
• Use safe, low-stress handling and appropriate restraint for dogs and cats.
• Educate clients about preventive care, vaccinations, parasite prevention, nutrition, and common disease prevention.
• Maintain accurate medical records and support client communications.
• Manage pharmacy duties and keep work areas clean and organized.
• Support daily hospital operations with a team-first mindset.
• Follow safety and infection-control protocols.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience and skill set.
• 401(k) matching and Roth Retirement Savings Plan.
• Flexible Spending Account for full-time employees.
• 529 Savings Plan.
• Tuition Support Program.
• Referral bonus program.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees.
• Supplemental insurance options, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance, for full-time employees.
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child for eligible full-time employees after one year of service, subject to the stated state paid-family-leave exception.
• Sick time and paid time off.
• Free or discounted lab work for employee pets.
• Pet discounts on services and products.
• Pet food discount program.
• Quarterly team rewards bonus program.
• State veterinary technician license reimbursement.
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Continuing education allowance.
• Uniform allowance.
• Six paid holidays for full-time employees.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee discount program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed