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Dogwood Veterinary Clinic

Weekend Veterinary Assistant

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What they do

A Veterinary Assistant assists with animals under veterinary care or in laboratories. Feeds animals, cleans cages, and administers medical treatment under the supervision of a veterinarian or veterinary technician. Works in a veterinary clinic, animal hospital, or laboratory.

$33,705 / year median in South Carolina

+29% projected growth

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Job Description

Join the Weekend Crew at Dogwood Veterinary Clinic! Saturday, and Sunday (and possibly a day or two during the week) full of furry friends! Dogwood Veterinary Clinic in Richburg, SC is looking for a Veterinary Assistant/Technician to join our team on Saturdays, and Sundays (possibility is open for adding a day or two during the week). Why You'll Love Working With Us Hands-on experience in a fast-paced, team-focused clinic Be part of a supportive, family-like team that works hard and has fun Exposure to a wide variety of cases—no two days are the same! What Makes Dogwood Different? Supportive culture - We don't do drama. We support each other, pitch in, and value everyone's ideas. Cross-training - You won't just be in the treatment area—you'll learn to help with, appointments, phones, checking clients out, and wherever else the team needs you. Growth and learning - We encourage sharing new ideas and finding better ways to care for our patients and clients. Work-life balance - A consistent 2-4 day schedule leaves weekdays free for school, family, or other commitments. What You'll Do Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, and surgical procedures Safely handle and restrain dogs, cats, some farm animals, and exotic pets Administer medications (oral, topical, injectable) as directed by veterinarians Monitor patients for comfort, safety, and any changes in condition Maintain cleanliness and organization in treatment areas, kennels, and exam rooms Provide basic care (nail trims, feeding, bathing, etc.) when needed Collect and process laboratory samples (blood, fecal, urine samples) Support the front desk with phones, scheduling, and client check-out when cross-trained Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients and team members Who We're Looking For Previous veterinary experience is a must and we will continue training for the right person Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with animals of all temperaments Strong communication and teamwork skills Reliable and available Saturday and Sunday (and some weekdays if interested)
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time Pay:
$17.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount Paid time off Uniform allowance Ability to
Commute:
Richburg, SC 29729 (Required) Ability to
Relocate:
Richburg, SC 29729: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location:
In person

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Dental Insurance
  • Discounts/Reimbursements