Veterinary Assistant

Join Our Team as a Veterinary Assistant! Are you passionate about hands-on animal care and thriving in a fast-paced environment? Mountain View Veterinary Services is seeking an energetic, dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our growing team in historic Pendleton, South Carolina. As a Veterinary Assistant with us, you’ll be a vital part of our high-volume practice, working side-by-side with our doctor and technicians to provide compassionate, high-quality care to our patients. If you love animals, enjoy a tight-knit team culture, and like engaging in fun team-building events and challenges, you’ll fit right in! Why You’ll Love Working Here Tight-Knit & Fun Culture: We take our work seriously, but not ourselves! We love engaging in team challenges, team-building activities, and keeping the workplace upbeat. A Growing, High-Volume Practice: You’ll get to learn, grow, and tackle a diverse mix of cases every day. Great Work-Life Balance: We operate on a convenient 4½-day workweek schedule, giving you predictable time off to rest and recharge. Family-Centered Care: We treat pets with love and understanding, treating them like true family members. Daily Responsibilities Patient Handling & Restraint: Safely and compassionately restrain dogs and cats for examinations, procedures, treatments, and blood draws. Exam Room & Doctor Support: Triage patients, take patient histories, collect vital signs (weight, temperature, heart rate), and prepare room setups for exams. Clinical & Surgical Support: Assist veterinarians and technicians during treatments, prep patients for surgery, sanitize surgical instruments, and assist with post-op recovery monitoring. Lab & Pharmacy: Assist in preparing and running basic in-house lab samples (fecals, ear cytology, bloodwork) and filling prescriptions as directed by veterinarians. Hospital Maintenance & Care: Ensure exam rooms, treatment areas, and surgical suites are clean, sterilized, and fully stocked throughout the day. Client Communication: Educate owners on preventive health, dietary needs, parasite control, and post-procedure care instructions. Required Qualifications & Skills Patient & Client Care: Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a compassionate, positive attitude. Physical Requirements: Ability to safely lift up to 40 lbs, stand for extended periods, and handle animals of varying sizes and temperaments. Team-First Mindset: Excitement for a fast-paced, high-volume environment and a strong drive to collaborate within a supportive, tight-knit team. Nice-to-Have Skills Veterinary Software: Experience with IDEXX Neo software. Prior Experience: Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant or cross-training in veterinary front-desk operations. Salary and Benefits Salary Range: $29,000.00 – $40,000.00 / year (Adjusted slightly upward from reception to reflect hands-on clinical duties, customizable to experience) Benefits: Health Insurance (after 90 days) and Paid Time Off (PTO) (After 12 months employement), Simple IRA (after 12 months employment), Life Insurance Schedule: 4½ days per week About Mountain View Veterinary Services Mountain View Veterinary Services is located in historic Pendleton, South Carolina—conveniently situated between Clemson and Anderson. We treat pets with love and understanding, considering them crucial family members. We offer a full spectrum of care to maintain pet health, vaccinate against diseases, and treat medical conditions in an encouraging, collaborative environment. DEI Statement Mountain View Veterinary Services is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We believe that diversity in backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives strengthens our team and enhances the quality of care we provide to our clients and their pets. EEO Statement Mountain View Veterinary Services is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. Employment Type: Full Time Years Experience: 1 - 3 years Salary: $12 - $18 Hourly Bonus/Commission: No