Veterinary Technician - Cardiology

Innovetive Petcare•Dunwoody, GA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency is opening a second hospital in Dunwoody, GA, in October 2026. They are seeking experienced Veterinary Technicians, Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVTs), Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs), and skilled Veterinary Assistants passionate about advanced cardiac medicine. Selected candidates will train at their Marietta hospital from July-August 2026 before transitioning to the new Dunwoody facility. This role offers an opportunity to help build a premier specialty and emergency hospital. The hospital also anticipates future opportunities in Surgery and Anesthesia, Diagnostic Imaging, Dermatology, Neurology, Oncology, Internal Medicine, and Emergency and Critical Care.

Requirements

Minimum 2+ years of veterinary experience
Experience within Specialty Hospitals, Emergency Veterinary Hospitals, ICU, or High-Volume General Practice
Strong foundation in Veterinary Nursing, Patient Monitoring, Venipuncture and IV Catheter Placement, Anesthesia Monitoring, and Client Communication
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and reach throughout the workday
Ability to lift, carry, and assist in restraining patients weighing up to 50 pounds, with assistance available when appropriate
Ability to safely handle animals of varying sizes, breeds, temperaments, and medical conditions
Ability to perform repetitive tasks requiring manual dexterity, including patient restraint, venipuncture, medication administration, and equipment operation
Ability to work in a fast-paced specialty veterinary hospital environment with frequent movement between treatment, exam, and specialty care areas
Ability to communicate effectively with clients, specialists, veterinarians, and team members

Nice To Haves

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)
Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
Previous Cardiology experience
Internal Medicine experience
Echocardiography support experience
ECG interpretation experience
Holter monitor experience
RECOVER CPR Certification
Advanced ECC or Anesthesia training

Responsibilities

Assist with cardiology consultations and patient evaluations
Support patients diagnosed with Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Arrhythmias, Congenital Heart Disease, and Acquired Cardiac Disease
Monitor and manage chronic cardiac patients
Provide advanced nursing care for specialty cardiology cases
Educate clients on treatment plans and long-term cardiac management
Assist with echocardiograms (cardiac ultrasound)
Support electrocardiogram (ECG) diagnostics
Assist with Holter monitor placement and data collection
Prepare and position patients for advanced imaging and diagnostics
Ensure accuracy of diagnostic records and reporting
Assist with anesthesia induction and patient preparation
Monitor high-risk cardiac patients utilizing ECG and rhythm interpretation, pulse oximetry, capnography, blood pressure monitoring (IBP/NIBP), and temperature monitoring
Recognize and respond to changes in patient status
Support recovery and post-procedural patient monitoring
Partner closely with Emergency and ICU teams
Assist in stabilization of cardiac emergencies
Support management of CHF crises and arrhythmia patients
Participate in CPR and emergency response efforts
Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
Ensure proper maintenance of cardiology equipment
Follow specialty hospital protocols and patient safety standards
Collaborate closely with cardiologists, emergency clinicians, specialists, and nursing teams