Veterinary Assistant

AmeriVet • Atlanta, GA

3d

About The Position

We are a five-doctor veterinary practice located in the Upper Westside/Smyrna/Buckhead corner of Atlanta, off of Moores Mill Road. We are looking to add a full-time Experienced Technician Assistant to our team. Established in 1992, Treehouse Animal Clinic aims to provide owners with sound, honest choices for their pets and to provide our patients with excellent and compassionate medical care. We strive to give our customers the best personalized service possible and to create a friendly, professional work environment for our awesome staff. The ideal candidate must have previous veterinary experience, reliable transportation, be timely/early to shifts, be able to work Saturdays (8:45am - 1pm), have excellent client communication skills, have a positive attitude and outlook, possesses great team skills and have compassion and a love for animals. This candidate should be comfortable running rooms, taking history, collecting samples, administer medications as prescribed by the veterinarian, understand how to run in-house lab tests, and assist any other procedures needed throughout the day. Qualifications Experience as a veterinary technician or assistant. Strong animal handling skills and knowledge of clinical procedures. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Veterinary Technician Certification (CVT, RVT, or LVT) preferred – or eligibility to obtain licensure based on state requirements. Degree from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program preferred but not required. At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team: Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals. Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being. Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being. Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters. A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging. Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees. At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.

Requirements

• Experience as a veterinary technician or assistant.
• Strong animal handling skills and knowledge of clinical procedures.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• reliable transportation
• be timely/early to shifts
• be able to work Saturdays (8:45am - 1pm)
• have excellent client communication skills
• have a positive attitude and outlook
• possesses great team skills
• have compassion and a love for animals
• This candidate should be comfortable running rooms, taking history, collecting samples, administer medications as prescribed by the veterinarian, understand how to run in-house lab tests, and assist any other procedures needed throughout the day.

Nice To Haves

• Veterinary Technician Certification (CVT, RVT, or LVT) preferred – or eligibility to obtain licensure based on state requirements.
• Degree from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, and surgical procedures.
• Safely handle and restrain animals; administer medications and vaccines.
• Collect lab samples and maintain accurate patient records.
• Educate clients on pet care and ensure a clean, organized work environment.

Benefits

• Referral program – join our team, bring your friends, and get paid!
• Career development and advancement opportunities.
• CE programs provided by AmeriVet at NO cost to you!
• Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.
• Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.
• Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.
• A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees