Emergency Veterinary Technician

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; Dunwoody (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Continuing Education allowance

Job summary

Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency – Dunwoody, Georgia is opening October 2026 and is building a founding Emergency Nursing Team of skilled Veterinary Technicians, Licensed Veterinary Technicians, Registered Veterinary Technicians, and CVTs who are passionate about emergency medicine.

Selected team members will begin onboarding at our Marietta hospital in September 2026, learning alongside experienced clinicians before transitioning to the Dunwoody location.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of veterinary hospital experience preferred.
• Experience in Emergency, Critical Care, or high-volume practice.
• Strong foundation in nursing, monitoring, and venipuncture.
• Excellent client communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced nursing support for emergency and critical patients.
• Perform triage and assist with prioritization.
• Administer medications via IV, IM, and SQ.
• Perform venipuncture and IV catheter placement.
• Assist with laboratory diagnostics and point-of-care testing.
• Support anesthesia monitoring and critical care.
• Maintain accurate medical records.

Skills

Emergency nursing

Patient monitoring

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Medication administration

Client communication

Education

LVT/RVT/CVT credential

Job description

New Specialty and Emergency Hospital Opening October 2026

Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency – Dunwoody, Georgia

4500 N Shallowford Rd, Dunwoody, GA 30338

Help Build the Future of Emergency Medicine in Atlanta

Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency is growing.

Following the success of our flagship specialty and emergency hospital in Marietta, Georgia, we are preparing to open our newest location in Dunwoody in October 2026. We are building a founding Emergency Nursing Team of skilled Veterinary Technicians, Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVTs), Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs), Certified Veterinary Technicians (CVTs), and experienced Veterinary Assistants who are passionate about emergency medicine, advanced patient care, and making a meaningful impact during critical moments.

Selected team members will begin onboarding and specialty training at our established Marietta hospital beginning September 2026, providing the opportunity to learn alongside experienced emergency clinicians, specialists, and advanced nursing teams before transitioning into our brand-new Dunwoody facility.

This Is More Than an Emergency Technician Position

This is an opportunity to help build something exceptional from day one.

As a founding member of our Emergency Team, you will have a voice in shaping workflows, supporting hospital culture, and establishing the standard of patient care for our newest location.

At Dogwood, technicians are not simply assistants to the medical team — they are essential clinical partners. We believe experienced veterinary professionals deserve the opportunity to practice advanced medicine, continue developing their skills, and grow within a hospital that values their knowledge and expertise.

What You'll Do

As an Emergency Veterinary Technician, you will provide advanced nursing support for emergency and critical patients while partnering closely with veterinarians and specialty teams.

Emergency Nursing and Patient Care

• Perform patient assessments, obtain vital parameters, and recognize changes in patient condition
• Triage incoming emergency cases and assist with prioritization of patient needs
• Provide nursing care for hospitalized emergency and critical patients
• Administer medications through appropriate routes including IV, IM, and SQ
• Manage fluid therapy, constant rate infusions (CRIs), and blood product administration when indicated
• Participate in patient rounds and communicate updates with the medical team

Diagnostics and Technical Procedures

• Perform venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement
• Collect and prepare diagnostic samples
• Assist with laboratory diagnostics and point-of-care testing
• Perform digital radiography and proper patient positioning
• Support advanced diagnostic procedures as needed

Emergency Procedures and Critical Care Support

• Assist with sedation, anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Monitor patients utilizing ECG, pulse oximetry, blood pressure monitoring, capnography, and temperature monitoring
• Support oxygen therapy, oxygen cages, and other critical care interventions
• Assist with CPR and emergency response efforts
• Maintain patient comfort, safety, and continuity of care

Team Collaboration and Clinical Excellence

• Partner with veterinarians, emergency clinicians, and specialty teams
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Support efficient patient flow in a fast-paced emergency environment
• Advocate for patients and provide compassionate support to families during stressful situations

Who We're 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

• LVT, RVT, or CVT credential
• Emergency or Critical Care experience
• RECOVER CPR Certification
• Advanced anesthesia experience
• Experience managing hospitalized or high-acuity patients
• Interest in pursuing advanced specialty training or VTS credentialing

What Sets Dogwood Apart?

At Dogwood, we believe exceptional medicine starts with exceptional technicians.

You will have opportunities to:

• Work alongside experienced emergency clinicians and specialty teams
• Practice advanced medicine in a state-of-the-art facility
• Build relationships with specialists across multiple disciplines
• Receive mentorship and clinical development support
• Continue growing through advanced training opportunities
• Pursue long-term career pathways within specialty and emergency medicine

Continuing Education and Professional Growth

We invest in the continued growth of our veterinary nursing team.

Our benefits include:

• $3,000 annual Continuing Education allowance
• 2 paid Continuing Education days
• Specialty mentorship and hands-on clinical development
• Support for advanced certifications and VTS pathways
• Professional membership support
• Access to advanced emergency and specialty medicine experiences

HeadStart Student Loan Repayment Program

Eligible credentialed veterinary technicians may qualify for student loan repayment assistance through our HeadStart Program.

Qualified technicians may include those who:

• Graduated from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• Successfully passed the VTNE
• Obtained credentialing within the previous three years

Additional support may include:

• Veterinary technician license reimbursement
• License renewal assistance
• Continuing education support

Comprehensive Benefits

We support our team both professionally and personally.

Benefits include:

Health and Financial

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Competitive compensation based on experience and credentialing

Work-Life Balance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Flexible scheduling options

Wellness and Support

• Employee Assistance Program
• Calm Health Wellness Resources
• Mental health and wellbeing support

Additional Perks

• Employee Pet Care Discounts
• Professional development opportunities

Why Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency?

Our mission is simple:

To deliver exceptional specialty and emergency care while creating an environment where veterinary professionals can grow, develop, and practice at the highest level.

We are committed to:

• Advanced medicine
• Clinical excellence
• Collaborative teamwork
• Continuous learning
• Technician empowerment

We don't simply utilize technicians.

We invest in them.

Join Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency and help launch the next generation of emergency medicine in Dunwoody, Georgia.

About Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency - Dunwoody

Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency strives to be at the forefront of veterinary emergency and specialty medicine, to offer the most effective diagnostics, and treatment options for each of our patients. We are also committed to the veterinary profession, in partnering with veterinarians and advancing the practice of veterinary medicine. Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency is a proud partner of Innovetive Petcare. Where we believe that you are the future of veterinary medicine. Cultivate, innovate, develop, and collaborate. Excellent pet care comes from exceptional teams.

Equal Opportunity Employer Policy

Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.