Emergency Veterinary Technician - Swing Shift and Overnight

Innovetive PetCare•Marietta, GA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency is seeking experienced Emergency Veterinary Technicians for swing and overnight shifts at their Marietta location. This role involves practicing high-level emergency medicine in a fast-paced environment, focusing on high-acuity cases. Technicians will work 12-hour shifts, providing comprehensive care from triage to discharge or transfer, alongside Board-Certified Criticalists, experienced Emergency Veterinarians, and specialty clinicians. The position offers exposure to complex cases and opportunities for professional growth.

Requirements

3–5 years of Emergency, ICU, Urgent Care, or Specialty Veterinary experience
Strong emergency triage and patient assessment skills
Proficiency with drug calculations, CRIs, anesthesia, and emergency nursing
Experience with IV catheter placement, blood collection, diagnostics, and hospitalized patient care
Calm, organized, and decisive in high-acuity situations
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Passion for Emergency and Specialty Veterinary Medicine

Nice To Haves

Licensed, Registered, or Certified Veterinary Technician
RECOVER CPR certification
Advanced anesthesia experience
Emergency or Specialty CE
Interest in pursuing VTS certification

Responsibilities

Perform emergency triage and patient assessment.
Stabilize and monitor patients with various urgent conditions including trauma, respiratory distress, toxicity, seizures, pain, urinary obstruction, and GI emergencies.
Place IV catheters and collect blood and diagnostic samples.
Administer medications, fluid therapy, and CRIs.
Monitor hospitalized emergency patients.
Assist with RECOVER CPR and emergency resuscitation.
Recognize changes in patient condition and communicate concerns promptly.
Perform and process in-house laboratory diagnostics.
Assist with digital radiography, ultrasound, and emergency diagnostics.
Prepare patients for emergency procedures.
Assist with wound care, bandaging, catheter placement, and other treatments.
Maintain accurate electronic medical records.
Assist with emergency procedures and surgeries.
Monitor anesthesia using ECG, pulse oximetry, capnography, blood pressure, and temperature.
Support perioperative care, pain management, and patient recovery.
Partner with Emergency Veterinarians, Criticalists, specialty clinicians, and fellow technicians.
Maintain efficient patient flow during busy periods.
Communicate patient updates clearly and effectively.
Support clients compassionately during stressful situations.
Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient treatment environment.