Description

Experienced Veterinary Assistant / LVT

Department: Veterinary Assistants

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Lancaster, South Carolina

Description

Experienced Veterinary Assistant / LVT


Faulkner Animal Hospital - Lancaster, SC

Faulkner Animal Hospital in Lancaster, South Carolina is hiring an Experienced Veterinary Assistant or Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)!
If you're passionate about animal care, thrive in a fast-paced clinic, and want to be part of a supportive veterinary team, we'd love to meet you.

Why Join Faulkner Animal Hospital?

We're a trusted, community-focused veterinary clinic committed to compassionate medicine, teamwork, and professional growth. Our ideal candidate is experienced, confident in patient handling, and ready to contribute to a positive, high-standard medical environment.

• Assist veterinarians with exams, diagnostics, and treatments
• Safely restrain and handle dogs and cats during procedures
• Obtain and document patient histories and vital signs (TPR, weight, etc.)
• Prepare patients for surgery and assist in anesthesia monitoring and recovery
• Perform blood draws and support laboratory diagnostics
• Maintain treatment areas, equipment, and a clean clinical environment
• Educate clients on medications, post-care, and preventive services
• Support inventory, pharmacy, and general hospital functions

• Previous veterinary assistant or veterinary technician experience required
• 
  Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) preferred
• Strong animal handling and restraint skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced veterinary clinic setting
• Excellent communication and client service skills
• Team-oriented, reliable, and detail-focused

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for growth and continuing education
• Benefits for eligible employees
• Positive work culture focused on respect, teamwork, and work-life balance

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Assist veterinarians with exams, diagnostics, and treatments
• Safely restrain and handle dogs and cats during procedures
• Obtain and document patient histories and vital signs (TPR, weight, etc.)
• Prepare patients for surgery and assist in anesthesia monitoring and recovery
• Perform blood draws and support laboratory diagnostics
• Maintain treatment areas, equipment, and a clean clinical environment
• Educate clients on medications, post-care, and preventive services
• Support inventory, pharmacy, and general hospital functions

Skills Knowledge and Expertise

• Previous veterinary assistant or veterinary technician experience required
• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) preferred
• Strong animal handling and restraint skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced veterinary clinic setting
• Excellent communication and client service skills
• Team-oriented, reliable, and detail-focused

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedules
• 401K with company match
• Career development and training