Emergency Veterinary Technician

AAVMP; Sandy Springs (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Animal Emergency Center of Sandy Springs is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Technician to join a fast-paced, collaborative team. The role offers a consistent 12-hour schedule with 8:00 AM–8:00 PM shifts, Friday through Monday, in a busy emergency hospital setting.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of emergency veterinary experience and are skilled in triage, venipuncture, anesthesia, and emergency nursing. We provide comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth, CE, and employee

Qualifications

• 2+ years of veterinary clinical experience.
• Experience in Emergency, Urgent Care, Specialty, or high-volume General Practice.
• Strong foundation in veterinary nursing and patient care.
• Confidence working independently while remaining a collaborative team player.
• Strong communication, organization, and attention to detail.
• LVT credentials are preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on patient care while supporting veterinarians during emergency cases, procedures, and treatments.
• Perform patient triage and assist with emergency assessments.
• Obtain patient histories and monitor changes in patient condition.
• Venipuncture, blood collection, and IV catheter placement.
• Administer medications, fluids, and treatments as directed.
• Perform in-house laboratory diagnostics and prepare samples for reference laboratories.
• Monitor anesthesia and assist with surgical and emergency procedures.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment sheets.
• Communicate effectively with veterinarians, technicians, and clients.

Skills

2+ years veterinary clinical

Emergency/Urgent Care

Team player

Communication & organization

LVT preferred

Strong patient care

Calm under pressure

Independent with collaboration

Job description

Emergency Veterinary Technician

Department: Veterinary Technicians

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Sandy Springs, Georgia

Compensation: $23.00 - $30.00 / hour

Description

Great emergency medicine takes a strong team. At Animal Emergency Center of Sandy Springs, we're looking for an experienced Emergency Veterinary Technician who is confident in a fast-paced environment, passionate about patient care, and ready to be part of a team that supports one another.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced veterinary professional who wants a consistent full-time schedule, hands-on emergency experience, and opportunities to continue developing their technical skills.

• Full-time
• Every Friday-Monday
• 8:00 AM-8:00 PM
• Consistent 12-hour schedule

Why Join Animal Emergency Center of Sandy Springs?

At AEC Sandy Springs, you'll work alongside an experienced emergency team caring for a diverse range of urgent and critical patients. You'll have opportunities to strengthen your skills while working in a collaborative environment where your experience and contributions are valued.

You’ll have the opportunity to:

• Practice Emergency Veterinary Medicine in a fast-paced hospital
• Work alongside experienced Emergency Veterinarians
• Build advanced skills in triage, anesthesia, surgery support, diagnostics, and emergency nursing
• Treat a wide variety of emergency and urgent care cases
• Work as part of a collaborative, supportive veterinary team
• Participate in continuing education and ongoing clinical training
• Pursue career growth and professional development opportunities
• Receive employee pet care discounts

What You’ll Do

As an Emergency Veterinary Technician, you'll provide hands-on patient care while supporting veterinarians during emergency cases, procedures, and treatments.

Responsibilities include:

• Perform patient triage and assist with emergency assessments
• Obtain patient histories and monitor changes in patient condition
• Perform venipuncture, blood collection, and IV catheter placement
• Administer medications, fluids, and treatments as directed
• Perform in-house laboratory diagnostics and prepare samples for reference laboratories
• Monitor anesthesia and assist with surgical and emergency procedures
• Support emergency treatments and patient recovery
• Assist with radiology and diagnostic imaging
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment sheets
• Communicate effectively with veterinarians, technicians, and clients
• Provide compassionate support to patients and their families during emergency situations

What We're Looking For

• 2+ years of veterinary clinical experience
• Experience in Emergency, Urgent Care, Specialty, or high-volume General Practice
• Strong foundation in veterinary nursing and patient care
• Confidence working independently while remaining a collaborative team player
• Comfortable with:
  • Emergency triage
  • Venipuncture and blood collection
  • IV catheter placement
  • Medication administration
  • Fluid therapy
  • Anesthesia monitoring
  • Laboratory diagnostics
  • Patient monitoring
• Strong communication, organization, and attention to detail
• LVT credentials are preferred, but not required

Experienced non-credentialed Veterinary Technicians or Veterinary Assistants with strong emergency experience are encouraged to apply.

What Makes You Successful

We're looking for someone who is:

• Calm under pressure
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Comfortable multitasking in a busy emergency environment
• Dependable and adaptable
• A strong communicator and collaborative teammate
• Confident advocating for patients and supporting their families
• Passionate about emergency medicine and exceptional patient care

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

This position requires working in a busy emergency veterinary hospital where patient care is the highest priority.

Qualified candidates should be able to:

• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and remain active throughout extended shifts
• Safely restrain dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds independently, with assistance available for heavier patients
• Perform repetitive tasks while maintaining attention to detail
• Work around animal dander, fur, odors, cleaning products, disinfectants, medications, and laboratory materials
• Safely work around animal waste, bodily fluids, blood, sharps, and infectious diseases while following hospital safety protocols
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
• Respond quickly and safely to changing patient and hospital needs in a fast-paced emergency environment

What We Offer

Eligible full-time team members have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, professional development, and work-life balance, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Continuing education allowance
• Paid CE opportunities
• Mental health and wellness support
• Employee assistance resources
• Employee pet care discounts
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities
• Student Loan Assistant Available through Headstart Repayment Program for qualifying Veterinary Technology students.
• Support for continued growth within a network of veterinary hospitals and specialty practices

About Animal Emergency Center of Sandy Springs

Animal Emergency Center of Sandy Springs specializes in complete veterinary emergency and critical care for dog and cat companion animals in Sandy Springs, GA. We are an emergency practice with a highly efficient team that is devoted to providing outstanding emergency care to our community. We provide after-hours, weekend, and holiday care to best support our clients in their time of need.

We pride ourselves in maintaining a nursing staff that is highly technically skilled in all aspects of veterinary specialty medicine.

As an emergency facility, we do not do routine veterinary care such as vaccines, elective surgeries (spays/neuters), or boarding. We offer a wide range of veterinary services to keep your companions feeling their best:

• Diagnostic and Therapeutic Services: Our hospital is equipped to provide diagnostic and therapeutic services to care for your pets' emergency and critical care needs.
• Surgical Services: Our state-of-the‑art surgical suite provides for the performance of a wide variety of surgical procedures.
• Anesthesia: We utilize the safest available anesthetics to provide an extra margin of safety, especially for our older or high‑risk patients. Using the most modern equipment, the patient's vital signs are monitored during all anesthetic procedures.
• Emergency/Critical Care Consults: We offer in‑hospital referrals to an emergency/critical care specialist who performs ultrasounds, and endoscopic procedures and helps with the diagnosis of more complicated cases.
• Radiology Services: Our on‑site, modern X‑ray equipment provides high‑quality radiographs to aid in the quick diagnosis of many disorders. We also perform detailed Ultrasounds (abdomen, heart, etc)
• Electrocardiography Services: We provide ECG services on‑site.
• Laboratory: Our in‑house laboratory facilities provide serum chemistry, hematology, serology, blood gases, urinalysis, and parasite testing. We also utilize commercial veterinary laboratories for specialized diagnostics and consultations.
• Pharmacy: We maintain a complete inventory of pharmaceuticals, vitamins, and shampoos to meet the needs of your pet.

Equal Opportunity Employer Policy

Animal Emergency Center of Sandy Springs 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.