Veterinary Assistant / Technician

Department: Veterinary Assistants

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Simpsonville, South Carolina

Compensation: $17.00 / hour

Description

Build Your Veterinary Career in Simpsonville, SC
Simpsonville Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician to join our growing team in Simpsonville, South Carolina.
Whether you're an experienced Veterinary Assistant looking to grow your clinical skills, an experienced Veterinary Technician, or a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT/LVT) seeking a supportive hospital that invests in professional development—we would love to meet you.
This is more than just a job. It’s an opportunity to grow your career in veterinary medicine with a collaborative hospital team that values education, mentorship, technical development, and compassionate patient care.
Simpsonville Animal Hospital is a full-service companion animal veterinary hospital dedicated to providing exceptional medicine and outstanding client service. Our team emphasizes client education, individualized treatment plans, and lifelong pet wellness.
Our team treats every patient like family and strives to create a welcoming, low-stress environment for pets and their people.

Veterinary Assistant / Veterinary Technician Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during patient exams, treatments, and procedures
 • Provide safe animal restraint and patient handling
 • Collect and process diagnostic samples (blood, urine, fecal)
 • Perform radiographs following safety protocols
 • Assist with anesthesia preparation and monitoring based on skill level
 • Administer medications and vaccines as directed
 • Monitor hospitalized and post-operative patients• Support veterinarians by educating clients on treatment plans and preventative care
 • Provide discharge instructions and follow-up guidance
 • Deliver compassionate and professional customer service• Maintain accurate medical records
 • Keep treatment areas clean, organized, and compliant with safety protocols
 • Work collaboratively with veterinarians and fellow team members to deliver exceptional patient care

Who We're Looking For

Veterinary Assistants

• Previous veterinary or animal care experience preferred
 • Strong animal handling and patient care skills
 • Interest in developing technical veterinary skills
 • Passion for teamwork and learning

Veterinary Technicians
• 1–3+ years of veterinary clinical experience preferred
 • Strong technical skills including diagnostics and anesthesia support
 • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced hospital environment

Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVT / LVT)
• Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program preferred
• South Carolina licensure preferred but not required
• New graduates are encouraged to applyWe proudly offer our Head Start Student Loan Repayment Program for Registered Veterinary Technicians who:
• Graduated recently from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program
• Obtained RVT/LVT licensure within the last three years
• Maintain active state licensure

This program helps reduce student loan burden while supporting the growth of newly credentialed technicians.
We welcome experienced veterinary professionals at all levels. If you’re passionate about patient care and eager to grow, we’d love to connect with you.

What We Offer – Full-Time Benefits

We believe veterinary support staff are the backbone of exceptional medicine. Our full-time team members receive a comprehensive benefits package including:• Competitive hourly pay, starting at $17/hr, negotiable based on experience and credentials
 • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
 • 401(k) with company match
 • Life Insurance
 • Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage
 • Paid Time Off (PTO)
 • Paid Holidays• Continuing Education allowance
 • CE PTO
 • Student Loan Repayment Assistance (Head Start Program)
 • Paid licensure and renewal fees
 • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
 • Mental health & wellness resources
 • Legal assistance resources
 • Generous employee pet discounts • Supportive, team-oriented hospital culture
 • Mentorship and ongoing training
 • Career advancement opportunities within a growing veterinary network
Your growth matters here.Simpsonville offers the best