Veterinary Technician

Innovetive Petcare • Cumming, GA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Barkfield Animal Hospital is seeking a compassionate, motivated, and skilled Veterinary Technician to join our thriving General Practice Veterinary Hospital in Cumming, Georgia. We are looking for candidates who enjoy hands-on patient care, have confidence in surgery and anesthesia, and are passionate about providing exceptional care to pets and their families. Whether you're an experienced technician seeking career growth or a newly credentialed technician looking to expand your skills, we'd love to connect with you. Our team enjoys a predictable schedule that allows you to pursue your passion for veterinary medicine while maintaining time for family, hobbies, and personal wellbeing.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1+ year of veterinary experience supporting patient care within a Veterinary Hospital, General Practice (GP), Urgent Care, Emergency Veterinary Hospital, or Specialty Veterinary Hospital.
• Venipuncture and Blood Collection
• Intravenous (IV) Catheter Placement
• Patient Restraint and Handling
• Laboratory Diagnostics and Sample Processing
• Patient History Collection
• Exam Room Support
• Treatment Administration
• Medical Record Documentation
• Client Communication and Education
• Hospitalized Patient Care and Monitoring
• Previous experience supporting veterinary surgical and anesthetic procedures.
• Comfortable with Surgical Patient Preparation
• Comfortable with Surgical Suite Setup and Sterile Technique
• Comfortable with Anesthesia Induction and Monitoring
• Comfortable with Patient Vital Monitoring During Procedures
• Comfortable with Surgical Assistance
• Comfortable with Dental Procedures
• Comfortable with Patient Recovery Monitoring
• Comfortable with Post-Operative Nursing Care
• Comfortable with Discharge Appointments and Client Education

Nice To Haves

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)
• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
• Skilled Veterinary Assistant

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for surgical and anesthetic procedures
• Assist veterinarians during surgery
• Monitor anesthesia and patient vitals throughout procedures
• Support post-operative recovery and nursing care
• Provide discharge instructions and client education
• Collect patient histories and support examinations
• Perform venipuncture, blood collection, and IV catheter placement
• Administer medications and treatments as directed
• Monitor hospitalized patients and document treatments accurately
• Utilize safe patient restraint and handling techniques
• Collect and process diagnostic samples
• Perform in-house laboratory testing
• Assist with radiographs and diagnostic imaging
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment plans
• Communicate treatment plans and medical recommendations
• Educate clients on medications, preventative care, and post-operative instructions
• Deliver compassionate, professional client service throughout the patient journey

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Continuing Education Opportunities
• Professional Development Support
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Access to Innovetive Petcare's National Veterinary Network
• Employee Pet Care Discounts
• Supportive Team Culture
• Collaborative Learning Environment
• Student Loan Support for Newly Credentialed Veterinary Technicians (Innovetive Petcare HeadStart Program)

What This Job Offers

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