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General Information

Ref #
13909
Department
Vet Tech / Vet Assistant / VT Campus
Job Site
Port Royal Veterinary Hospital
Date Published
10-24-2025
Base Min.
$ 23
Base Max.
$ 30

Description & Requirements

Company Overview
Welcome to Port Royal Veterinary Hospital, where we are proud to be known as Your Other Family Doctor. Since our founding in 2009, we have focused on providing high-quality, family-friendly veterinary medicine in a supportive, home-like environment. Our commitment to excellent patient and client care is reflected in our strong community reputation, evidenced by an excellent 4.6-star Google rating. We treat pets, their people, and our internal team as part of our extended family. If you are seeking a place where you can immediately contribute meaningful work and grow professionally, this is your opportunity.

We believe in empowering every person to do your best work. Our organization emphasizes a culture of continuous learning and growth for all teammates, ensuring that you have the resources needed to succeed. Veterinarians here benefit from access to internal specialty consultations, fostering collaboration and expertise on complex cases. Furthermore, we maintain robust programs designed to help all teammates achieve their individual career goals, whether that involves becoming a credentialed technician, moving into leadership, or expanding your clinical skillset.

When you join Port Royal Veterinary Hospital, you will practice medicine in a new and improved state-of-the-art facility. This hospital was specifically built with the patient, client, and clinical needs in mind. We provide comprehensive veterinary medical treatments for a wide range of needs, including dogs, cats, and exotic pets. Our commitment to continuity of care is strong; we offer Open Hours Urgent Care services and provide Office-Hours Emergency Services to the community, allowing our teammates to manage critical cases in-house using advanced resources.

Port Royal Veterinary Hospital is deeply embedded in the community of Port Royal, SC. We consider ourselves a true community partner, and the hospital was designed and built with the local area in mind. Working here allows you to establish long-term relationships with clients who genuinely consider us their pet's other family doctor. This location offers the opportunity to practice high-quality medicine while enjoying the benefits of working within a close-knit, supportive coastal South Carolina setting.
Job Description

Your Impact as a Licensed Veterinary Technician

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.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Contribute to a Positive Culture: You'll play an active role in training, providing feedback, and maintaining the high standards of our hospital environment.

What You'll Bring to the Team

  • Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program.
  • A current state veterinary technician license (LVT) in good standing.
  • Proficiency in a range of technical skills, including nursing, surgery, dental care, radiology, and laboratory procedures.
  • A calm and efficient approach, especially in fast-paced or stressful situations.
  • Strong communication skills and a passion for working collaboratively.
  • One year of experience in the veterinary industry is preferred.

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.

Competitive Compensation

Competitive hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package.

Total Wellbeing

Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, and more, plus Maternity Leave and 24/7 TeleDoc access.

Financial Health

Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match, plus Long & Short-Term Disability insurance for peace of mind.

Commitment to Growth

Receive a yearly CE allowance with dedicated paid days off and opportunities for tuition reimbursement to advance your career.

The Power of a Network

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

Peace of Mind

Company-paid Professional Liability Coverage, so you can focus on what you do best: providing excellent patient care.

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.

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.

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

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