Part-time Veterinary Technician
About the role
Okatie Veterinary Center is growing and seeking a part-time Veterinary Technician to support additional doctor days. The position offers a salary range of $19 – $25 per hour, based on experience, education, certifications, licensure, and location. The schedule includes 2/10-hour shifts from Monday to Saturday, with Sunday and major holidays off.
Responsibilities
- Treatment of patients under the supervision of veterinarians
- Assisting with dental procedures including scaling, polishing, and radiology
- Performing IV catheter placement, blood draws, and general treatment room tasks
- Anesthesia monitoring and surgical experience including intubation, monitoring, pre-operative and post-operative care
- Laboratory skills involving in-house laboratory machines and using the microscope
- Diagnostic experience with digital radiology, dental radiology, and ultrasound-guided cystocentesis
- Nursing care in a hospital setting
- Understanding and communicating with pet owners about their animals' conditions
- Handling and restraining animals appropriately
- Providing excellent communication and organizational skills
- Understanding and applying knowledge of animal behavior and healthcare
Requirements
- 3+ years of veterinary clinical experience as a technician or assistant
- A degree from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program preferred but not required
- Knowledge of industry tools and equipment
- Passion for working with cats, dogs, and their owners
- Experience with proper animal handling and restraint
- Solid understanding of animal behavior and healthcare
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Dental procedure experience, including scaling, polishing, and radiology
- Skilled in IV Catheter placement, blood draws, and general treatment room tasks
- Anesthesia monitoring and surgical experience including intubation, monitoring, pre-operative and post-operative care
- Laboratory skills including in-house laboratory machines and using the microscope
- Diagnostic experience with digital radiology, dental radiology, and ultrasound-guided cystocentesis
Qualifications
- Understanding of animal behavior and healthcare
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Skilled in IV Catheter placement, blood draws, and general treatment room tasks
- Anesthesia monitoring and surgical experience including intubation, monitoring, pre-operative and post-operative care
- Laboratory skills including in-house laboratory machines and using the microscope
- Diagnostic experience with digital radiology, dental radiology, and ultrasound-guided cystocentesis
Skills
- Animal handling and restraint
- Proper animal restraint techniques
- IV Catheter placement
- Blood draws
- General treatment room tasks
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Surgical experience including intubation, monitoring, pre-operative and post-operative care
- Laboratory skills including in-house laboratory machines and using the microscope
- Diagnostic experience with digital radiology, dental radiology, and ultrasound-guided cystocentesis
Benefits
At Okatie Veterinary Center, we offer a referral program, career development and advancement opportunities, CE programs provided by AmeriVet at no cost, and a supportive, collaborative environment. AmeriVet also provides competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance. Additionally, we offer health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources, along with generous paid time off and holidays.
Pay
$19 – $25 per hour, depending on experience, education, certifications, licensure, and location.
Schedule
2/10-hour shifts from Monday to Saturday, closed on Sunday and major holidays.
Location
200 Okatie Village Dr, Okatie, SC 29909
Who We Are
At Okatie Veterinary Center, our team believes in treating every patient as if they were our pets and providing them with the same loving attention and care. We are a group of highly trained, experienced animal lovers dedicated to giving our patients the best care possible. With a focus on preventive care and wellness, we provide comprehensive veterinary care for both cats and dogs.
What the Clients Say
"I chose this clinic because it's conveniently located near my home and my business but over time, I have grown to appreciate the professionalism that the doctor puts into my dog's conditions. They never rush. They always inform me about what is going on and how to make my dog more comfortable as she is aging out and now has lots of problems. I love this clinic, and my dogs do too."
Referral Program
Join our team, bring your friends, and get paid!
Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
We provide tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals. Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance are available to foster your financial well-being. Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources are provided to support your overall well-being. Generous paid time off and holidays ensure your personal time matters.
AmeriVet Support
At AmeriVet, we're committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities. Learn more about us at: https://okatieveterinarycenter.com/ or https://amerivetvetpartner.com/.