Veterinary Assistant

Company: Chapin Veterinary Care Center
Location: Chapin
Posted on: May 10, 2025

Job Description:

We are looking for a veterinary technician or assistant to join our team! This is a full-time position that includes benefits. Located in the rapidly growing and family-friendly lakeside community of Chapin, South Carolina, Chapin Veterinary Care Center is a privately owned multi-doctor small animal veterinary practice that highly values building strong and lasting relationships with our staff, clients, and patients. Schedule: Full-time position only Two shifts available from Monday to Friday, 7 AM to 4PM, or 9AM to 6PM (both shifts include a one-hour lunch break) Approximately one Saturday morning per month, 7:30 AM to 12PM Consistent schedule with no surprises Benefits: Health insurance Paid vacation and sick time Discounted veterinary care for personal pets One-hour lunch break daily and two fifteen minute breaks Salary negotiated commensurate with experience and credentials About the Clinic: Small animal general veterinary practice that exclusively treats dogs and cats Founded in 1997 by Dr. Kristine Laabs, the current practice owner Supportive, team-driven work environment that is collaborative and inclusive Family friendly with focus on healthy work-life balance No after-hours emergencies or boarding, open two Saturday mornings a month Diagnostic & Medical Equipment Fully digital x-ray, dental x-ray, therapeutic laser, ultrasound In-house Idexx VetLab station that includes cheministry analyzers, SNAP pros, Sedivue, Fecal Imagyst Cornerstone software - nearly paperless and lab-synced Requirements: Previous experience as a veterinary assistant or technician, ideally at least one year Basic skillset including: Proficient in animal restraint- dogs and cats Assisting in appointments and surgery Venipuncture Processing and running labwork samples on in-house diagnostic equipement Anesthesia Monitoring Basic computer and typing skills Navigating veterinary practice management software Ideal Candidate: Reliable and punctual Positive and team-oriented Efficient work ethic Genuine love for animals Employment Type: Full Time Years Experience: 1 - 3 years Salary: $15 - $19 Hourly Bonus/Commission: No

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