Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Martin Veterinary Services is in Pelzer, South Carolina. Our hospital provides full service passionate quality care for dogs, cats, equine, swine, ruminants, cattle, and camelids. We are a mixed animal practice that uniquely provides not only in clinic hospital care, but we also provide house and farm calls for both small and large animals within 40 miles of our office. Each animal we care for is a highly valued patient and we are truly concerned about their health and wellness. Our staff provides services such as general wellness and sick care, routine and advanced surgery, dental prophylaxis, and much more. Every Monday our entire team enjoys lunch provided by our veterinarians on the back porch, looking out at the beautiful farm view.

Pelzer, South Carolina was founded in the 19th century as a mill town. Small town values, guided growth, preservation of historical, cultural, and natural heritage is just a few of the core principles that make the town of Pelzer a wonderful place to call home. The Saluda River is located nearby where you can enjoy fishing for largemouth bass or kayaking while soaking up the sun. Here in our town, you can experience the flavors of Southern Smoke BBQ like you've never tasted before!

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Job Duties Include: 

Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management, and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you're looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you'll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications Include:  

• A high work ethic and positive attitude team member
• Ability to arrive on-time and ready to work
• A minimum of 1-year experience required
• Exceptional customer service skills and ability to communicate precisely
• Interpret medical records and record client history accurately
• Knowledge in preventative care, surgical procedures, and hospital flow 
• Ability to restrain pets in a low-stress and safe manner 
• Proficient in sample collection to include blood samples, urine, fecal, and skin
• Ability to properly set-up and process laboratory samples and tests
• Proficient in positioning and capturing radiographs
• A self-starter with the desire to continue to advance one's knowledge and skillset
• Ability to receive in a professional manner constructive feedback to maintain hospital efficiency

Pay Range: $15 - $20/hr depending on experience level

We offer our staff:

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA) 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees 
• Paid Bereavement Program 
• Paid Parental Leave Program  
• Competitive Compensation  
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Assistance Program 
• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster 
• Career Development Opportunities 
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions! 
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc) 

Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

*Note - some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

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