Veterinary Assistant - Palmetto Veterinary Hospital

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At Palmetto Veterinary Hospital, you join a practice deeply rooted in quality and community trust in beautiful Mount Pleasant, SC. We are proud to be an AAHA Accredited small animal practice, reflecting our commitment to the highest standards of veterinary care and patient safety. The local community recognizes this excellence, entrusting us with the care of their pets and reflecting their satisfaction through our impressive 4.8-star Google rating.

We seek dedicated teammates who are ready to build a lasting career where you are valued for your expertise and passion. Our culture emphasizes continuous learning and stability, giving you the tools needed to do your best work every single day. Providing advanced, cutting-edge small animal care is our medical standard. Our veterinarians are supported by built-in access to internal specialty consultations, ensuring challenging cases receive multidisciplinary insight without requiring an outside referral.

This collaborative environment ensures that you can practice high-level medicine with confidence, enhancing patient outcomes and expanding your clinical knowledge base. Palmetto Veterinary Hospital provides the technological foundation and peer support necessary for advanced diagnostics and treatment, ensuring our AAHA commitment is upheld in every interaction. Your rewarding career is perfectly matched by an exceptional lifestyle in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina.

Known for its picturesque coastal charm, Mount Pleasant offers a high quality of life with stunning beaches, historic neighborhoods, and abundant outdoor activities just minutes away. Joining Palmetto Veterinary Hospital means securing a future where you can truly love where you work and live.

Location:
Palmetto Veterinary Hospital
2443 N Hwy 17
Mt. Pleasant, SC 29466
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Pay: $16–$19/hour (based on experience)

Schedule: 4-day workweek + rotating Saturdays

Palmetto Veterinary Hospital has proudly served the Williamston/Mt. Pleasant area since 1989. We’re a growing, AAHA‑accredited small animal hospital that values teamwork, integrity, and compassion. Currently a one‑doctor practice (and planning to add another soon!), we’re focused on rebuilding our culture with the right people — those who care deeply about patient care and about each other.

We’ve made positive staffing changes, and now have a no‑gossip, growth‑focused environment where every team member is encouraged to learn, collaborate, and thrive.

• AAHA Accredited: We hold ourselves to the highest standards of veterinary excellence.
• Full‑Service Care: Surgery, dentistry, internal medicine, diagnostics, and more.
• Growth‑Minded Culture: We use a Goals Board to help each other develop new skills and celebrate progress.
• Open Communication: Regular one‑on‑one meetings with leadership — we approach challenges with curiosity and care.
• Supportive Team: Everyone here genuinely has each other’s backs.
• Growing Practice: We’re in an exciting growth phase and expanding our team soon!

As a Veterinary Assistant, you’ll support our doctors and technicians in delivering outstanding care to our patients and their families. You’ll assist with:

• Patient handling and restraint
• Surgical prep and monitoring
• Laboratory and diagnostic procedures
• Client communication and education
• Daily cleaning and organization tasks

Software used: Cornerstone

• Previous experience as a veterinary assistant (preferred, not required)
• A positive, team‑oriented attitude
• Strong communication skills and eagerness to learn
• A love for animals and dedication to their well‑being

• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• A calm and efficient approach, with the ability to handle a fast‑paced and sometimes stressful environment with composure.
• Confidence and skill in handling pets of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in fundamental veterinary skills ranging from laboratory and pharmacy to…