Job Description

The Charleston Veterinary Referral Center is hiring a full- time Veterinary Technician Team Lead to join our outstanding Oncology team!

Compensation: $24-34/ hr based on experience and skill level

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 36 hour week

Benefits: Waiting periods may apply -

• Health insurance
• Employer Paid Pet insurance
• Generous paid time off and paid sick time
• Prioritization of work life balance
• 401k planning with employer matching structure
• Tuition reimbursement assistance for those looking to enroll in tech school and obtain LVT
• Financial support to those looking to obtain their VTS certification
• Out of state license transfer costs covered by CVRC, relocation assistance available when applicable
• CE Benefits
• And more!

CVRC located in beautiful Charleston, SC is a VECCS Level 1 certified facility, with our emergency center staffed 24 hours, 7 days a week, 365 days a year to always support our community! Specialty services offered at CVRC include cardiology, internal medicine, neurology & neurosurgery, medical oncology (radiation oncology coming soon!), rehabilitation, soft tissue & orthopedic surgery. Our hospital houses an MRT, CT, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, and digital radiographs for diagnostic imaging.

About the Role: The Oncology Technician & Team Lead is a hands-on clinical leader responsible for supporting exceptional patient care while guiding and developing the Oncology nursing team. This role works closely with the Oncology veterinarians to improve efficiency, workflow, and outcomes, while acting as the primary liaison between nursing staff and hospital leadership.

This is primarily a Veterinary Technician role, with Team Lead responsibilities serving as a secondary function. The ideal candidate is a skilled Veterinary Technician with strong communication skills, leadership abilities, and a passion for mentoring others within a collaborative specialty environment.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years working as a Veterinary Technician; oncology or specialty experience a plus
• LVT certification preferred
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to delegate, problem-solve, and prioritize effectively
• Strong communication skills — verbal, written, and interpersonal
• Ability to act with professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity
• Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and commitment to patient care
• Fluent English (speaking & reading); additional languages a plus

Essential Responsibilities:

• Lead and support the Oncology nursing team, fostering collaboration and positive culture

• Coach, train, and mentor technicians and assistants, providing real-time feedback and guidance

• Partner with oncologists to optimize workflow, patient care, and client communication

• Organize daily schedules, roles, and priorities to ensure smooth department operations

• Maintain accurate medical records, controlled substance logs, and safe handling of treatments

• Perform patient treatments, venipuncture, diagnostics, and administer medications via multiple routes

• Assist with anesthesia monitoring, imaging, surgical, and diagnostic procedures as needed

• Communicate effectively with veterinarians, clients, staff, and leadership

• Ensure adherence to hospital protocols, safety standards, and quality patient care

• Participate as a working Veterinary Technician, including weekends or holidays as required

About You: You are an experienced Veterinary Technician who thrives in a specialty setting, enjoys working in a cohesive and supportive environment, and values both patient care and mentorship. You excel at communication, remain calm under pressure, and seek opportunities to grow your skills while uplifting those around you.

At CVRC, we have worked hard to build an inclusive, collaborative environment where our teams support each other in successes big and small. Come experience state-of-the-art equipment, advanced specialty medicine, and the chance to expand your technical skills every day.

It’s more than a job — it’s a calling. Join us on our mission to elevate care and change lives.

Apply now!
www.charlestonvrc.com/

Charleston, SC We are excited to announce Ethos Veterinary Health as our new name. Ethos is the new, industry-leading community of legacy Ethos Veterinary Health, Compassion-First Pet Hospitals, SAGE Veterinary Centers, and legacy NVA Specialty and Emergency hospitals. This powerful new community brings together a dynamic network of ~145 hospitals, an unmatched team of experts, cutting-edge technology, and an unwavering commitment to the advancement of the animal health profession and better patient outcomes.
Our commitments to the industry, the profession, our teammates, and our patients, will not change, and in fact will be stronger than ever, as we forge new ground as this new dynamic community.
Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, EVH provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.

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