<p>General Information</p> <p>Ref #</p> <p>2129</p> <p>Department</p> <p>Vet Tech / Vet Assistant / VT Campus</p> <p>Job Site</p> <p>Riverside Animal Hospital</p> <p>Date Published</p> <p>10-24-2025</p> <p>Base Min.</p> <p>$ 20</p> <p>Base Max.</p> <p>$ 30</p> <p>Description & Requirements</p> <p>Company Overview</p> <p>At Riverside Animal Hospital, we believe in providing comprehensive veterinary care and partnering with pet owners throughout the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton metropolitan area. You will be joining a highly respected team dedicated to pet wellness, surgery, and advanced care, including urgent and emergency procedures. The community trusts us deeply, which is reflected in our stellar 4.9-star Google rating. If you are seeking a highly supportive environment where you can focus entirely on delivering high-quality small animal medicine, this is where you can truly do your best work.</p> <p>You will be integrated into a supportive and experienced group of teammates, including three dedicated veterinarians and a Licensed Veterinary Technician who serves as the Hospital Manager. While we are proud of our close-knit, localized culture in Bluffton, we are part of a larger network that emphasizes continuous growth and education. As a valued teammate, you will have access to internal specialty consultations and mentorship programs designed to help you succeed, whether your goal is leadership development or advanced medical training. Our culture is characterized by being friendly, helpful, and caring, ensuring that you feel supported in your career advancement every day.</p> <p>This is a comprehensive small animal practice focused on providing a full scope of services, including wellness, advanced care, urgent procedures, and surgical procedures. We utilize modern diagnostic tools, including in-house ultrasound capabilities, to ensure prompt and accurate patient care. You will be practicing in a brand new facility that is praised by clients as being clean and beautiful, offering you a high-quality environment for practicing high-quality medicine. We are committed to offering same-day appointments when necessary to meet the urgent needs of our pet owner partners.</p> <p>Bluffton, South Carolina, offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and metropolitan access, being a key part of the famed Hilton Head Island metro area. When you step away from the clinic, you are minutes away from beautiful coastal living, historic architecture, and a lively, growing community often referred to as the heart of the Lowcountry. This highly desirable region provides an outstanding quality of life and a welcoming environment, making it a wonderful place to establish your long-term veterinary career.</p> <p>Job Description</p> <p>Your Impact as a Licensed Veterinary Technician</p> <p>Note: The Licensed Veterinary Technician title is used in various states based on state-specific licensing and credentialing requirements. Responsibilities may vary depending on the hospital and/or state and will be outlined by the state's Veterinary Practice Act and/or the responsible veterinarian, where applicable.</p> <ul> <li>Utilize Your Full Skillset: You'll be a vital part of the medical team, providing comprehensive patient care, including administering treatments, monitoring anesthesia, and performing lab work. </li><li>Be a Leader and Mentor: You'll guide and support the medical team, ensuring an efficient workflow while mentoring others to help them grow their skills and careers. </li><li>Partner with Clients: You'll be a key point of contact for pet owners, educating them on treatments, reviewing medical records, and confidently answering their questions. </li><li>Contribute to a Positive Culture: You'll play an active role in training, providing feedback, and maintaining the high standards of our hospital environment. </li></ul> <p>What You'll Bring to the Team</p> <ul> <li>Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program. </li><li>A current state veterinary technician license (LVT) in good standing. </li><li>Proficiency in a range of technical skills, including nursing, surgery, dental care, radiology, and laboratory procedures. </li><li>A calm and efficient approach, especially in fast-paced or stressful situations. </li><li>Strong communication skills and a passion for working collaboratively. </li><li>One year of experience in the veterinary industry is preferred. </li></ul> <p>Responsibilities and Benefits</p> <p>How You're Supported</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Competitive Compensation</p> <p>Competitive hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package.</p> <p>Total Wellbeing</p> <p>Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, and more, plus Maternity Leave and 24/7 TeleDoc access.</p> <p>Financial Health</p> <p>Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match, plus Long & Short-Term Disability insurance for peace of mind.</p> <p>Commitment to Growth</p> <p>Receive a yearly CE allowance with dedicated paid days off and opportunities for tuition reimbursement to advance your career.</p> <p>The Power of a Network</p> <p>Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration and career growth.</p> <p>Peace of Mind</p> <p>Company-paid Professional Liability Coverage, so you can focus on what you do best: providing excellent patient care.</p> <p>About Mission Pet Health</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds. This role requires routine exposure to animals and medical equipment in a potentially noisy environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</p> <p>EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.</p>