Veterinary Technician

Description Veterinary Technician/Assistant – Full time Position – Four Paws Animal Clinic – Columbia, SC 29206 You’ll play an important role in pets’ lives by providing end-to-end care for our precious patients. Your life‑changing work will range from hands‑on care of facilitating outpatient treatments and performing laboratory tests to support services including admitting and discharging patients. The success of your patients’ care matters to you, and your success matters to us. Your Experience & Skills Veterinary technician licensure required 1‑2 years of clinical experience An associate’s or bachelor’s degree from an AVMA‑accredited veterinary technology program preferred, or the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Four Paws is looking for a Veterinary technician/assistant to join us as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community. At Four Paws, you’ll feel the warmth and culture of a small hospital. As a hospital deeply rooted in the local community, you will experience the best of both worlds: a genuine local culture with the benefits of Thrive's national resources. About The Hospital Four Paws is a general practice located in Columbia, SC focusing on veterinary services. Our hospital has a positive work environment and a steady client flow. We are open Monday‑Saturday, closed Sunday. You’re Willing And Able To Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients. Assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow. Assist with surgeries and procedures in accordance with your state's Veterinary Practice Act for credentialed veterinary technicians. Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments. Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems. Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts. Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs. Be willing to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members. You’ll Grow with Us Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials. Through Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses – ThriveU. Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills. A program designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital. And, with so many locations nationwide, you can find and move into any specialty, hospital type, or environment. Benefits – our care in action Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members’ emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to health and life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability plans, we offer eligible team members competitive pay, a 401(k) with employer match, mental health resources, and more. Competitive pay. 401(k) with employer match. Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra. Paid parental leave. Purr‑ental leave for when you adopt a pet. Subsidized backup childcare and elder care. Expert advice, support, and network discounts for fertility and family planning. Free CE courses. Pet perks and veterinary service discounts. Student loan support tools and assistance. Some benefits may be subject to waiting periods or length of service requirements. Compensation Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with an hourly pay rate starting at $16‑$19 per hour. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. About Thrive Thrive Pet Healthcare creates the future of pet well‑being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. Today, its network of 360+ primary, emergency, and specialty hospitals across the U.S. cares for pets of all ages and health needs, while portfolio companies provide tools and technology that help veterinary teams work smarter and deliver better care. Thrive invests in its people—through mentorship, leadership programs, continuing education, and well‑being initiatives—so teams can grow and feel supported. For pet owners, convenient solutions such as a mobile app, Thrive Plus membership, HereFurYou Helpline, online booking, and flexible financial options make accessing quality care simpler—giving families the peace of mind their pets deserve. #J-18808-Ljbffr