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Emergency Veterinary Technician
Job Location:
Job Location:
Dunwoody, GA - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 18 - 38
Hourly Salary:
Posted:
6 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
26 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Build the Future of Emergency Medicine. One Patient at a Time.
Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Dunwoody Georgia
4500 N. Shallowford Rd Dunwoody GA 30338
Opening October 2026
Now Hiring: Founding Daytime Emergency Team
Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency is expanding.
Following the success of our established Marietta Specialty and Emergency hospital were opening a brand-new state-of-the-art hospital in Dunwoody this October 2026.
Were seeking experienced Veterinary Technicians Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVTs) and highly skilled Veterinary Assistants who want to help build a new Emergency team while working alongside experienced Emergency clinicians and Board-Certified Specialists.
This is more than a new job. Its an opportunity to help shape a hospital from the ground up.
Daytime Schedule
7:00 AM 7:00 PM 12-Hour Day Shifts
Founding-team members will begin paid onboarding and specialty training at our Marietta hospital in September 2026 before transitioning to the new Dunwoody location.
Built for Veterinary Professionals Who Love Emergency Medicine
This is not an entry-level opportunity.
Were looking for experienced veterinary professionals who thrive when medicine moves quickly enjoy solving complex clinical problems and want to use their skills to make a meaningful difference in Emergency and Critical Care.
If you enjoy:
- Emergency triage and critical patient assessment
- ICU and hospitalized patient care
- Trauma stabilization
- Advanced nursing and patient monitoring
- Critical thinking and rapid decision-making
- Practicing at the top of your skill set
Youll feel right at home at Dogwood.
Youll work alongside Emergency doctors Criticalists and Board-Certified Specialists while caring for complex Emergency and Specialty cases.
What Youll Do
Emergency and Critical Care
- Perform emergency patient triage and assist with stabilization of critical patients
- Support CPR and RECOVER protocols
- Assist with emergency procedures and critical interventions
- Prepare patients for surgery diagnostics and specialty consultation
- Monitor hospitalized and ICU patients
- Administer medications CRIs blood products and fluid therapy
- Perform ongoing nursing assessments and pain management
- Maintain accurate treatment and medical records
Advanced Veterinary Technician Skills
Youll have the opportunity to utilize skills including:
- IV catheter placement and venipuncture
- Laboratory diagnostics and medical calculations
- Patient monitoring and oxygen therapy
- ECG monitoring
- Radiology
- Fluid therapy
- Hospitalized patient care
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Emergency surgical assistance and patient recovery
Who Were Looking For
We are searching for veterinary professionals who bring technical confidence curiosity and a passion for emergency medicine.
Required Experience
- 2 years of veterinary hospital experience preferred
- Experience in Emergency Critical Care Specialty Medicine Surgery or high-volume General Practice
- Strong foundation in:
- Veterinary nursing
- Patient monitoring
- Venipuncture
- IV catheter placement
- Medication administration
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Client communication
Preferred Qualifications
- Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credential
- RECOVER CPR Certification
- Advanced anesthesia experience
- Experience managing hospitalized or high-acuity patients
- Interest in pursuing advanced specialty training or VTS credentialing
Physical Requirements
Team members should be comfortable:
- Standing and walking throughout a 12-hour shift
- Frequently bending lifting kneeling reaching and performing patient restraint
- Safely lifting up to 50 pounds independently and more with assistance
- Working effectively in a fast-paced Emergency environment
- Working around animal dander medical gases cleaning products disinfectants blood bodily fluids and other veterinary-related substances
Grow Your Career at Dogwood
At Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency we believe exceptional medicine starts with exceptional veterinary professionals.
As a founding team member youll help shape a new hospital while working alongside experienced Emergency and Specialty clinicians and developing your skills through hands-on learning and mentorship.
Grow Your Career at Dogwood
- Generous annual CE allowance 2 paid CE days
- Specialty mentorship and hands-on clinical development
- Exposure to complex Emergency and Specialty cases
- Support for advanced certifications and VTS development
- Professional membership and licensure support
- Career growth opportunities across the Innovetive Petcare network
Sign-On Bonus Opportunities
Qualified candidates may be eligible for:
- Up to $6000 for LVTs with ER and specialty veterinary experience
- Up to $1000 for Veterinary Assistants with professional ER or Critical Care experience
Eligibility and bonus amounts are based on qualifications and applicable program terms. Details will be discussed during the interview process.
HeadStart Student Loan Support
Eligible recently credentialed LVTs may qualify for HeadStart which can provide student loan repayment assistance VTNE and licensure reimbursement CE support and professional development resources.
Full-Time Benefits
Full-time team members may also enjoy:
- Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Life Insurance
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance and Mental Health Resources
- Employee Pet Care Discounts
- Professional Membership Support
- Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
Why Dogwood
New hospital. Experienced clinicians. Advanced medicine. A chance to help build something from the beginning.
Were creating a specialty and emergency environment where veterinary professionals are trusted supported challenged and given room to grow.
Join Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency in Dunwoody and help build the future of Emergency and Specialty medicine in Atlanta.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
We handle the day-to-day business operations while you provide excellent medical care. Join a veterinary family that cares about your happiness and success.
