Experienced Veterinary Assistant/Technician

Innovetive Petcare • Atlanta, GA

22h • Onsite

About The Position

Vernon Woods Animal Hospital, a trusted name in pet care in Atlanta, GA , is seeking a compassionate and experienced Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician to join our dedicated team. If you love animals, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and value being part of a supportive, skilled group of professionals—this is your next home. As part of the Innovetive Petcare network, we’re proud to provide top-tier veterinary care with a focus on wellness and preventative medicine, backed by a network that supports growth, education, and clinical excellence. 🩺 What You’ll Do Support Exams & Procedures: Assist veterinarians during physical exams, dental cleanings, and surgeries by prepping patients and monitoring throughout. Patient Care: Safely restrain pets, monitor vital signs, collect samples, and ensure comfort pre- and post-treatment. Clinical Procedures: Administer medications and vaccines, place IV catheters, draw blood, run diagnostics (fecals, radiographs, labwork), and assist in surgical prep and recovery. Client Communication: Educate clients on at-home care, medications, nutrition, and wellness. Be a reassuring, informed voice throughout the pet's care. Records & Organization: Maintain accurate medical records, manage inventory, keep exam rooms and surgical suites clean and organized. Team Collaboration: Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and front desk staff to ensure smooth patient flow and exceptional care. ✅ What We’re Looking For Experience: 1+ years as a Veterinary Assistant or Technician preferred. Veterinary Technician degree or assistant program background is a plus. Skills: Strong knowledge of animal restraint, veterinary terminology, and clinical procedures. Experience with exotics is a bonus. Communication: Clear, kind, and confident communicator—both with clients and teammates. Compassion: A true animal lover with a commitment to high-quality patient care. Team Player: Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and dependable in a busy, collaborative setting. Detail-Oriented: Accurate, thorough, and able to follow instructions precisely. Adaptable: Flexible and ready to grow with a progressive general practice. 💼 What We Offer Competitive Pay: Based on experience, with overtime and holiday pay for those worked. Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance. Generous PTO: Paid time off and holiday pay to support a healthy work-life balance. Veterinary Discounts: Care, medications, and products for your own pets. Continuing Education: Financial support and time off for CE to support your growth. Licensure Reimbursement: We'll cover your state licensure fees. Student Loan Assistance: Access to our Headstart Program , offering loan repayment support for team members who graduated from an AVMA-accredited program within the last 3 years . Career Development: Opportunities to grow within our clinic or across the Innovetive Petcare network. Supportive Culture: A kind, collaborative, and inclusive team environment.

Requirements

• 1+ years as a Veterinary Assistant or Technician preferred.
• Strong knowledge of animal restraint, veterinary terminology, and clinical procedures.
• Clear, kind, and confident communicator—both with clients and teammates.
• A true animal lover with a commitment to high-quality patient care.
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and dependable in a busy, collaborative setting.
• Accurate, thorough, and able to follow instructions precisely.
• Flexible and ready to grow with a progressive general practice.

Nice To Haves

• Veterinary Technician degree or assistant program background is a plus.
• Experience with exotics is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during physical exams, dental cleanings, and surgeries by prepping patients and monitoring throughout.
• Safely restrain pets, monitor vital signs, collect samples, and ensure comfort pre- and post-treatment.
• Administer medications and vaccines, place IV catheters, draw blood, run diagnostics (fecals, radiographs, labwork), and assist in surgical prep and recovery.
• Educate clients on at-home care, medications, nutrition, and wellness.
• Maintain accurate medical records, manage inventory, keep exam rooms and surgical suites clean and organized.
• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and front desk staff to ensure smooth patient flow and exceptional care.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: Based on experience, with overtime and holiday pay for those worked.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous PTO: Paid time off and holiday pay to support a healthy work-life balance.
• Veterinary Discounts: Care, medications, and products for your own pets.
• Continuing Education: Financial support and time off for CE to support your growth.
• Licensure Reimbursement: We'll cover your state licensure fees.
• Student Loan Assistance: Access to our Headstart Program , offering loan repayment support for team members who graduated from an AVMA-accredited program within the last 3 years .
• Career Development: Opportunities to grow within our clinic or across the Innovetive Petcare network.
• Supportive Culture: A kind, collaborative, and inclusive team environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed