Experienced Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Assistant

Innovetive PetCare•Marietta, GA

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Sprayberry Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced, confident Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant for its small animal general practice in Marietta, Georgia. This is an in-person position for a veterinary professional with hands-on clinical experience who can contribute with minimal ramp-up. The role involves patient care, surgery, anesthesia monitoring, diagnostic procedures, and collaboration with the medical team. It is not an entry-level position. Starting pay is $18 per hour or more, with compensation based on experience, technical skills, and credentials; qualified credentialed technicians may discuss compensation based on their experience.

Requirements

At least 2 years of hands-on small animal veterinary hospital experience as a Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience assisting with surgery, anesthesia monitoring, patient restraint, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and diagnostic procedures.
Ability to recognize changes in patient condition, assist with urgent case triage, and work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.
Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds; stand and walk for extended periods; and regularly bend, kneel, reach, and handle animals of varying sizes and temperaments.
Comfort working in a veterinary hospital environment with exposure to animal dander, noise, odors, cleaning chemicals, bodily fluids, medications, and anesthetic gases.
Availability to work some Saturdays.

Nice To Haves

LVT, RVT, or CVT credentials are preferred but not required.
Experienced non-credentialed Veterinary Assistants with strong clinical skills are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Assist veterinarians with patient exams, diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures.
Prepare surgical patients, assist with induction, monitor anesthesia, and support post-operative recovery.
Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, digital radiology, and in-house laboratory testing.
Administer medications and treatments as directed by the veterinarian.
Assist with patient assessments, urgent care triage, and emergency referral coordination.
Monitor patient conditions and communicate changes to the medical team.
Provide compassionate client communication, treatment updates, and discharge instructions.
Maintain clean, organized treatment areas, equipment, and surgical spaces.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Company-matched 401(k) retirement plan.
Paid time off and paid holidays.
Life insurance and disability coverage.
Employee assistance and mental wellness resources.
Employee pet care discounts.
Continuing education allowance and professional development opportunities.
Paid training, mentorship, and career growth opportunities.
Licensure and renewal support for eligible credentialed technicians.
HeadStart Student Loan Assistance for eligible recent veterinary technology graduates, with up to $4,000 annually for qualifying veterinary technicians.