Emergency Veterinary Technician Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency - Dunwoody Dunwoody, GA Job Details Full-time $18 - $38 an hour 3 hours ago Benefits Paid training Continuing education credits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Opportunities for advancement Loan assistance Life insurance Qualifications Vascular access Customer communication Animal hospital experience Peripheral intravenous cannulation Full Job Description Description Build the Future of Emergency Medicine. One Patient at a Time. Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency | Dunwoody, Georgia 4500 N. Shallowford Rd, Dunwoody, GA 30338 Opening October 2026

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Founding Daytime Emergency Team Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency is expanding. Following the success of our established Marietta Specialty and Emergency hospital , we're opening a brand-new, state-of-the-art hospital in Dunwoody this October 2026. We're seeking experienced Veterinary Technicians, Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVTs), and highly skilled Veterinary Assistants who want to help build a new Emergency team while working alongside experienced Emergency clinicians and Board-Certified Specialists . This is more than a new job. It's an opportunity to help shape a hospital from the ground up. Daytime Schedule 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM | 12-Hour Day Shifts Founding-team members will begin paid onboarding and specialty training at our Marietta hospital in September 2026 before transitioning to the new Dunwoody location. Built for Veterinary Professionals Who Love Emergency Medicine This is not an entry-level opportunity . We're looking for experienced veterinary professionals who thrive when medicine moves quickly, enjoy solving complex clinical problems, and want to use their skills to make a meaningful difference in Emergency and Critical Care.

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Emergency triage and critical patient assessment ICU and hospitalized patient care Trauma stabilization Advanced nursing and patient monitoring Critical thinking and rapid decision-making Practicing at the top of your skill set You'll feel right at home at Dogwood. You'll work alongside Emergency doctors, Criticalists, and Board-Certified Specialists while caring for complex Emergency and Specialty cases. What You'll Do Perform emergency patient triage and assist with stabilization of critical patients Support CPR and RECOVER protocols Assist with emergency procedures and critical interventions Prepare patients for surgery, diagnostics, and specialty consultation Monitor hospitalized and ICU patients Administer medications, CRIs, blood products, and fluid therapy Perform ongoing nursing assessments and pain management Maintain accurate treatment and medical records You'll have the opportunity to utilize skills including: IV catheter placement and venipuncture Laboratory diagnostics and medical calculations Patient monitoring and oxygen therapy ECG monitoring Radiology Fluid therapy Hospitalized patient care Anesthesia monitoring Emergency surgical assistance and patient recovery Who We're Looking For We are searching for veterinary professionals who bring technical confidence, curiosity, and a passion for emergency medicine. Required Experience 2+ years of veterinary hospital experience preferred Experience in Emergency, Critical Care, Specialty Medicine, Surgery, or high-volume General Practice Strong foundation in: Veterinary nursing Patient monitoring Venipuncture IV catheter placement Medication administration Anesthesia monitoring Client communication Preferred Qualifications Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credential

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Certification Advanced anesthesia experience Experience managing hospitalized or high-acuity patients Interest in pursuing advanced specialty training or VTS credentialing Physical Requirements Team members should be comfortable: Standing and walking throughout a 12-hour shift Frequently bending, lifting, kneeling, reaching, and performing patient restraint Safely lifting up to 50 pounds independently and more with assistance Working effectively in a fast-paced Emergency environment Working around animal dander, medical gases, cleaning products, disinfectants, blood, bodily fluids, and other veterinary-related substances Grow Your Career at Dogwood At Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency, we believe exceptional medicine starts with exceptional veterinary professionals. As a founding team member , you'll help shape a new hospital while working alongside experienced Emergency and Specialty clinicians and developing your skills through hands-on learning and mentorship. Generous annual CE allowance + 2 paid CE days Specialty mentorship and hands-on clinical development Exposure to complex Emergency and Specialty cases Support for advanced certifications and VTS development Professional membership and licensure support Career growth opportunities across the Innovetive Petcare network Qualified candidates may be eligible for: Up to $6,000 for LVTs with ER and specialty veterinary experience Up to $1,000 for Veterinary Assistants with professional ER or Critical Care experience Eligibility and bonus amounts are based on qualifications and applicable program terms. Details will be discussed during the interview process. Eligible recently credentialed LVTs may qualify for HeadStart , which can provide student loan repayment assistance, VTNE and licensure reimbursement, CE support, and professional development resources. Full-time team members may also enjoy: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) with Company Match Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays Life Insurance Short- and Long-Term Disability Employee Assistance and Mental Health Resources Employee Pet Care Discounts Professional Membership Support Career Development and Advancement Opportunities New hospital. Experienced clinicians. Advanced medicine. A chance to help build something from the beginning. We're creating a specialty and emergency environment where veterinary professionals are trusted, supported, challenged, and given room to grow. Join Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency in Dunwoody and help build the future of Emergency and Specialty medicine in Atlanta. About Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency - Dunwoody Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency strives to be at the forefront of veterinary emergency and specialty medicine, to offer the most effective diagnostics, and treatment options for each of our patients. We are also committed to the veterinary profession, in partnering with veterinarians and advancing the practice of veterinary medicine. Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency is a proud partner of Innovetive Petcare. Where we believe that you are the future of veterinary medicine. Cultivate, innovate, develop, and collaborate. Excellent pet care comes from exceptional teams. Equal Opportunity Employer Policy Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.