Emergency Veterinary Technician Assistant PartTime b Overnights

Georgia Veterinary Emergency and Triage Services -GVETS; Watkinsville (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Training & development

Opportunity for advancement

Competitive salary

Daily interaction with pets

Job summary

A veterinary emergency hospital in Watkinsville, Georgia is seeking a part-time Emergency Veterinary Technician/Assistant to provide in-depth care and support in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include performing triage, assisting veterinarians, and providing hands-on nursing care to critical patients. Candidates should have relevant experience and a strong desire to work during nights, weekends, and holidays. This position offers competitive salary and opportunities for career advancement in a supportive team-focused atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Licensed/Certified Veterinary Technicians preferred.
• Previous experience in emergency or critical care strongly preferred.
• Strong technical skills in emergency and critical care medicine are desirable.
• Willingness to work part-time nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Perform triage and initial assessments on incoming emergency cases.
• Assist veterinarians with emergency examinations, diagnostics, and treatments.
• Provide hands-on nursing care for critical patients.
• Monitor patients’ vital signs, pain levels, and response to therapy.
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients regarding patient status and treatments.

Skills

Emergency care

Client communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

CVT/RVT/LVT preferred

Tools

Radiology equipment

Ultrasound

Lab analyzers

Job description

Overview

Benefits: 401(k), 401(k) matching, Competitive salary, Opportunity for advancement, Training & development

Position: Emergency Veterinary Technician / Assistant b (Part-Time) Overnight, Weekend, Holidays

Schedule: Part-time, flexible shifts including overnights, weekends, and holidays; open 365 days a year

Location: Georgia Veterinary Emergency and Triage Services (GVETS) – Watkinsville, Georgia

Note: Part-Time | Evenings/Overnights, weekends, and holidays required

Welcome to GVETS!

Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and have a passion for helping pets and their families during emergencies?

GVETS is a new, high-tech emergency veterinary hospital. We are seeking skilled and motivated Emergency Veterinary Technicians and Assistants to provide top-quality care to pets, compassionate support to families, and be part of an amazing, supportive team. There’s room to grow as we expand—your career can grow with us from day one!

GVETS is rapidly expanding, and we are seeking dedicated, skilled and motivated Veterinary Technicians and Veterinary Assistants to join our growing emergency and triage team. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who value professionalism, high-quality medicine, and continuous skill development in a fast-paced environment.

About GVETS: GVETS provides emergency and urgent veterinary care 365 days a year, including nights, weekends, and all major holidays. Our hospital features modern, high-tech diagnostic and treatment equipment, a collaborative team culture, and a strong commitment to delivering exceptional patient and client care.

Responsibilities

• Emergency & Critical Care: Perform triage and initial assessments on incoming emergency cases
• Assist veterinarians with emergency examinations, diagnostics, and treatments
• Provide hands-on nursing care for critical patients, including IV catheter placement, medication administration, and lab work
• Assist with anesthesia, diagnostic imaging, surgical procedures, and CPR/emergency resuscitation
• Monitor patients’ vital signs, pain levels, and response to therapy
• Technical Skills: Place and maintain IV catheters, perform venipuncture, and collect lab samples
• Operate diagnostic equipment (radiology, ultrasound, laboratory analyzers)
• Assist with anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Perform CPR and emergency resuscitation when required
• Client Communication & Support: Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients regarding patient status and treatments
• Provide emotional support during emergencies and critical care situations
• Educate clients on discharge instructions, medication administration, and follow-up care
• Hospital Operations: Maintain cleanliness and organization of treatment, ICU, and surgical areas
• Ensure all equipment and supplies are stocked and in working order
• Adhere to hospital safety, sanitation, and infection-control protocols
• Accurately document patient records, treatments, and progress notes

Qualifications

• Experienced Veterinary Assistants are welcome
• Licensed/Certified Veterinary Technicians (CVT, RVT, LVT) preferred
• Previous experience in emergency or critical care strongly preferred
• Ability to thrive in a high-energy, team-oriented environment
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and multitasking skills
• Willingness and desire to work part-time nights, weekends, and holidays
• Strong technical skills in emergency and critical care medicine are desirable

Hours: Applicants must be available for the following hours: Sunday to Friday from 12 midnight to 8am; Saturday and Sunday all day/night/over-night availability; holidays. Shifts will vary; you may not be required to work all these hours but must have full availability.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Be part of a dedicated, supportive, and amazing emergency veterinary team
• Meaningful, rewarding work supporting pets and their families
• Get in on the ground floor of a new hospital and shape its future
• Plenty of room to grow and advance your career as the hospital expands
• Training and growth opportunities in the veterinary field
• Fun, fast-paced working environment
• Daily interaction with pets in need

If you are passionate about emergency medicine and want to make a difference while being part of an amazing team with room to grow, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply now by sending your resume and a brief cover letter