A local organization, dedicated to providing a safe haven for the abandoned cats and dogs of the Low Country is searching for a vet tech to join their team of highly dedicated animal lovers. The ideal candidate enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, is dependable, and has a passion improving the lives of cats and dogs.

Responsibilities:

Cares for and monitors the condition of animals recovering from surgery.

Performs laboratory tests on blood, urine, and feces to assist in diagnosis and treatment.

Bathes animals, clips nails or claws, and brushes and cuts animals hair.

Performs office, clerical, and accounting duties such as reception, billing, bookkeeping, and selling products.

Prepares and administers medications, vaccines, serums, and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.

Performs dental work such as cleaning, polishing, and extracting teeth.

Prepares treatment rooms for surgery.

Cleans kennels, animal holding areas, surgery suites, examination rooms, and animal loading/unloading facilities.

Provides veterinarians with the correct equipment and instruments.

Cleans and sterilizes instruments, equipment, and materials.

Requirements:

General understanding of animal physiology and veterinary terminology.

Strong customer service skills.

Prolonged periods of standing, reaching, bending, and lifting.

High School or Equivalent

Strong work ethic and dependability

All potential candidates must pass pre-employment drug screen, skills assessments, reference, and criminal background check.

We are an EEO/AA Employer: Female/Minority/Veteran/Persons with Disability encouraged to apply.