Veterinary Technician, Emergency
About The Position
Alpharetta Veterinary Specialty + Emergency (AVSE) is hiring an experienced Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant to join our Overnight Emergency team in Alpharetta, GA. This is an opportunity to work in a brand-new specialty and emergency hospital while caring for emergency patients alongside an experienced medical team. Licensed Veterinary Technicians with Emergency Medicine experience are strongly encouraged to apply. Whether you are an experienced Veterinary Assistant looking to grow your skills or a credentialed Veterinary Technician ready to advance your career in emergency medicine, AVSE offers opportunities to develop your technical skills in a collaborative environment.
Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years of experience working as a Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant
- Emergency veterinary medicine experience preferred
- LVT or VTS certification prioritized
- Strong knowledge of basic veterinary medicine, including triage, restraint, diagnostic imaging, phlebotomy, venipuncture, anesthesia induction/monitoring/recovery, drug calculations, medication administration, and laboratory procedures
- Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced emergency environment
- Excellent communication skills with clients and veterinary team members
- Ability to work collaboratively and adapt to the needs of individual patients
- Dependable, compassionate, and committed to excellent patient care
- Fluent English speaking and reading skills required.
Nice To Haves
- Emergency Medicine experience
- Licensed Veterinary Technicians
Responsibilities
- Assist veterinarians with emergency patient assessments, treatments, and procedures
- Triage and safely restrain and handle emergency patients
- Provide nursing care and monitor patients throughout treatment and hospitalization
- Perform venipuncture, phlebotomy, IV catheter placement, and laboratory sample collection as appropriate to your training and credentials
- Assist with anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
- Administer medications and treatments as directed by veterinarians
- Assist with diagnostic imaging, laboratory testing, and other emergency procedures
- Accurately perform medication calculations and follow established treatment protocols
- Monitor patients for changes in condition and promptly communicate concerns to the medical team
- Maintain accurate medical records and patient treatment documentation
- Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients regarding patient care and treatment
- Collaborate with veterinarians, Veterinary Technicians, Veterinary Assistants, and other hospital team members
- Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient treatment environment
- Support a positive, respectful, and collaborative hospital culture
Benefits
- CE allowance
- Uniform allowance
- Paid time off
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Employee pet discount
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life insurance
- Professional development assistance
- Employee referral program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
