Experienced Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Assistant Homestead Animal Hospital - Alpharetta, GA Full-Time | $21-$25/hour, based on experience Homestead Animal Hospital is an independently owned small-animal practice in Alpharetta seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant to join our growing team. We are looking for someone who values compassionate, low-stress patient care , client education, and building strong relationships with pet owners. The ideal candidate is comfortable with—or genuinely interested in learning—Fear Free and low-stress handling techniques, while also bringing solid technical skills in surgery, anesthesia, and general patient care. What We're Looking For 2+ years of veterinary experience required Comfortable with or open to learning low-stress/Fear Free handling techniques Strong client communication and education skills Confidence discussing preventive care and helping clients understand recommendations Experience with surgical preparation, anesthesia monitoring, patient recovery, and perioperative care Comfortable with venipuncture, catheter placement, sample collection, in-house laboratory testing, radiographs, medication administration, and routine treatments Able to assist with wellness, preventive-care, and sick-patient appointments Dependable, organized, and attentive to detail A self-starter who can recognize what needs to be done and take initiative A team player willing to cross-train and assist with CSR duties, including phones, scheduling, client communication, and client transactions Comfortable participating in occasional community events and outreach activities RVT credentialing is welcomed but not required Why Homestead Animal Hospital? Homestead is a low-stress, Fear Free-inspired hospital that combines high-quality veterinary medicine with a more personalized, relationship-based approach to care . Our thoughtfully designed exam spaces and unrushed approach help pets feel more comfortable and allow clients to feel heard and involved in their pet's care. As a newer, independently owned practice , we place a strong emphasis on our patients, clients, and team. We value collaboration, respect, compassionate care, and high standards of medicine, and we are looking for someone who shares those values, takes pride in their work, and wants to grow with us as we continue building our practice. We provide comprehensive preventive, medical, dental, diagnostic, and surgical care for dogs and cats. Schedule & Work-Life Balance We believe a sustainable career in veterinary medicine should leave room for life outside of work.

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday:

8:00 AM-5:00

PM Wednesday:

8:00 AM-1:00 PM No weekends, evenings, or on-call shifts. Our schedule is intentionally designed to support a healthy work-life balance while still providing excellent patient care. Compensation $21-$25/hour , depending on experience, technical skill level, and credentialing. We are hoping to fill this position with someone available to start within approximately 2-3 weeks . If you are looking for a practice where quality medicine, compassionate care, teamwork, and work-life balance are all priorities, we'd love to hear from you. Homestead Animal Hospital Alpharetta, Georgia Compassionate Veterinary Care. Low-Stress by Design.

Pay:

$21.00 - $25.00 per hour Expected hours: 32.0 - 37.0 per week

Benefits:

Continuing education credits Employee discount Paid time off Uniform allowance Application Question(s): This position requires the ability to safely lift and carry animals or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Are you able to perform this essential job function, with or without reasonable accommodation?

Experience:

Veterinary technician: 2 years (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Alpharetta, GA 30004 (Required)

Work Location:

In person