Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant Position

When you join Baxter Veterinary Clinic, you become part of a committed team dedicated to providing progressive medical and surgical care in a warm, family-oriented environment. Since 2011, we have built deep community trust, reflected by our excellent 4.9-star Google rating. We are proud to be an American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) accredited facility, recognized worldwide as the benchmark for quality care in veterinary medicine. If you are looking for a place where you can nurture the bond between pets and their people in the Fort Mill, SC community, this is where you can do your best work. At Baxter Veterinary Clinic, we believe our success relies on strong teammates who feel supported every day. You will collaborate closely with a dedicated team of six veterinarians, all committed to creating custom health care plans for individual pets. Our hospital environment is deliberately family-oriented, ensuring that you feel like a valued member of the larger group while receiving the encouragement you need to grow your clinical skills. We treat pets as if they were our own, and we consider our clients and our teammates to be members of that family. You will have access to a full suite of services that emphasize comprehensive patient care. Our capabilities include Wellness and Prevention, advanced Testing and Diagnostics, and complex Surgical Procedures. The AAHA accreditation ensures that every aspect of our care, from anesthesiology and diagnostic imaging to surgical standards and emergency services, meets the highest industry benchmarks. We focus on progressive medical and surgical standards, ensuring that when a pet is dealing with an urgent matter, we are equipped to stabilize them and provide necessary Advanced Care. Baxter Veterinary Clinic is centrally located in Fort Mill, SC, serving the broader Tega Cay community. This area offers a blend of suburban convenience and easy access to larger metropolitan amenities just across the North Carolina border.

Your Impact as a Veterinary Assistant

• Provide Essential Patient Care: You'll be a key player in the health of our patients, assisting the medical team with hands-on care and ensuring every animal is treated with compassion and respect.
• Be the Go-To Support for the Medical Team: You'll be the backbone of the clinic, anticipating the needs of veterinarians and technicians to ensure a smooth, efficient, and collaborative workflow.
• Create a Positive Client Experience: You'll help create a seamless visit for our clients by assisting with scheduling, payments, and communications, always with a courteous and informative approach.
• Ensure a Safe and Clean Environment: You'll take pride in maintaining the hospital, performing clinic upkeep and equipment maintenance to uphold our high standards of care.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• 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 nursing and radiology is a strong asset.

Responsibilities and Benefits

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love. Note: Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.

Competitive Compensation

A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role.

Health & Wellbeing

We offer comprehensive coverage options including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all teammates.

Financial Security

Plan for your future with our 401k retirement options and additional financial protection benefits like Life Insurance and Disability coverage.

Commitment to Growth

We support your career goals with opportunities for professional development, including educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs.

The Power of a Network

Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration, career growth, and sharing best practices.

Valuable Perks

Enjoy discounted veterinary care for your own pets, access to an online discount platform, and free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values Work Together, Amaze, and Grow . Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine. We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 "Most Loved Workplace," ranked #2 in America's Top 100 and #1 in veterinary care.

Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io with your request and contact information.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.