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Vet Assistant

Summerville, SC ยท On-site

$14.25 - $17.75/hr

My Pet's Vet in Summerville, SC is looking for a CSR/ Vet Assistant with growth opportunities at our brand new Animal Hospital. My Pet's Vet, a successful veterinary hospital, has added more services ...

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How much do animal vet jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for animal vet in the United States is $21.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $24.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Animal Vet vs Veterinary Technician?

AspectAnimal VetVeterinary Technician
Required CredentialsDoctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalentAssociate's or Bachelor's degree in veterinary technology
Work EnvironmentClinics, hospitals, private practices, research facilitiesVeterinary clinics, hospitals, labs, animal shelters
Job RoleDiagnose, treat, perform surgeries, prescribe medicationAssist veterinarians, perform lab tests, administer treatments

Animal vets and veterinary technicians work closely in animal healthcare but differ in qualifications and responsibilities. Animal vets diagnose and treat animals, requiring a DVM degree, while veterinary technicians support vets with technical tasks, holding a veterinary technician degree. Both roles are essential in animal care environments.

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Infographic showing various Animal Vet job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,144 per year, or $21.7 per hour.

Vet Assistant

Summerville, SC โ€ข On-site

$14.25 - $17.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 19 days ago


Job description

My Pet's Vet in Summerville, SC is looking for a CSR/ Vet Assistant with growth opportunities at our brand new Animal Hospital. My Pet’s Vet, a successful veterinary hospital, has added more services for our clients by providing them a place they feel happy and comfortable bringing their fur babies for playtime and/or overnight stays. Help us deliver an outstanding experience for our furry guests. At My Pet’s Place, our goal is to create a happy and positive work culture. We achieve this by creating flexible work schedules, establishing good workflow and labor appropriation, acknowledging achievements using frequent pay evaluations, and rewarding all staff members through bonus programs. Most of all we want to provide the best care possible to our patients, in turn, giving you a sense of pride in your work.

Responsibilities and Duties
Your basic duties as a Vet Assistant are:

  • Take great care of our patients
  • Restraint of patients during procedures
  • Cleaning kennels, exam rooms and treatment tables
  • Run and set up lab tests
  • Set up and clean up before/after surgery
  • Unload inventory
  • Assists in taking digital x-rays
  • Work closely in support of our Veterinary Technicians and Doctors
 
Qualifications and Skills
  • We are looking for a candidate who has at least one year of experience in the animal care industry
  • Excellent customer communication skills.
  • Motivated and passionate about helping animals is a must
  • Education: High School or Equivalent
  • Experience using multiple-line telephone systems.
  • Excellent animal-handling skills
  • Ability to properly restrain patients
  • Ability to complete assigned tasks in the time allotted without direct supervision.  
  • Demonstrated ability to show empathy toward clients and treat animals with respect  and compassion.  
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills.  
  • A commitment to outstanding client service.  
  • Ability to lift objects weighing 40 pounds without assistance and objects weighing more than 40 pounds with assistance.
 
 
Company Benefits and Perks
  • Flexible schedule
  • 3 Free Wellness Plans for personal pets
  • Employee training programs with bonuses upon completion
  • Profit sharing bonus
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) Plan with matching contributions
  • Health and Dental Care Plans

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