Experienced Veterinary Assistant/Technician
Vernon Woods Animal Hospital
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Job summary
Vernon Woods Animal Hospital in Atlanta, GA is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant to support patient care and assist veterinarians. The role emphasizes compassionate service, teamwork, and ongoing skill growth.
Ideal candidates have 1+ years’ experience in a veterinary setting, with a focus on wellness exams, diagnostics, anesthesia support, and client communication. This full-time position offers growth opportunities and a supportive clinical environment.
Qualifications
- Minimum 1+ years of experience in a veterinary hospital environment.
- Willing to grow through mentorship and hands-on learning.
- Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Support veterinarians during wellness exams, visits, and procedures.
- Obtain patient histories, vital signs, and treatment information.
- Provide safe, low-stress patient restraint and handling.
- Monitor patient comfort during visits and procedures.
- Assist with anesthesia monitoring and recovery.
- Educate clients on preventive care, medications, and home care.
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Join a Veterinary Team Where Your Skills Matter, Your Growth Is Supported, and Your Passion Makes an Impact
For more than 50 years, Vernon Woods Animal Hospital has been a trusted partner for pets and families throughout the Atlanta community. Our team provides compassionate, progressive veterinary care built on strong client relationships, excellent medicine, and a commitment to doing what is best for every patient.
Department: Veterinary Assistants
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Compensation: $17.00 - $21.00 / hour
As an Experienced Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting patient care, assisting veterinarians, and creating an exceptional experience for pets and their owners.
- Assist veterinarians during wellness exams, sick visits, and medical procedures
- Obtain patient histories, vital signs, and treatment information
- Provide safe, low-stress patient restraint and handling
- Monitor patient comfort throughout visits and procedures
- Support surgical preparation, anesthesia monitoring, and recovery
- Provide compassionate care for hospitalized and recovering patients
- Venipuncture and blood sample collection
- IV catheter placement
- Medication administration
- Vaccine administration
- In-house laboratory diagnostics
- Digital radiology support
- Fecal, urine, and cytology preparation
- Dental procedure assistance
- Surgical preparation and recovery support
- Educating clients on preventative care, medications, nutrition, and treatment plans
- Providing clear home-care instructions
- Supporting pet owners during both routine and emotional moments
- Communicating effectively with veterinarians, technicians, assistants, and client service team members
- Maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient hospital environment
We are looking for a veterinary professional who is passionate about patient care, enjoys teamwork, and wants to continue growing their skills.
The ideal candidate:
- Has 1+ years of experience working in a veterinary hospital environment
- Is comfortable supporting wellness appointments, preventative care, diagnostics, and treatments
- Has experience with restraint, laboratory processes, medication administration, and assisting with procedures
- Enjoys continuing to develop clinical skills through mentorship and hands-on learning
- Understands that veterinary medicine is about caring for both pets and the families who love them
- Provides compassionate, low-stress handling and exceptional patient support
- Takes pride in creating positive experiences for clients and patients
- Communicates clearly and professionally
- Is dependable, adaptable, and willing to support the team wherever needed
- Contributes to a collaborative culture focused on high-quality medicine
- Enjoys learning new skills and expanding veterinary knowledge
- Is interested in professional development and career advancement
- Wants to build a long-term career within a supportive veterinary team
- Veterinary Technician degree or enrollment in an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program preferred
- Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) preferred but not required
- Experience with dentistry, anesthesia monitoring, radiology, laboratory diagnostics, or surgery support is a plus
- Experience with exotics or special interests in veterinary medicine welcomed
This position requires working in a busy veterinary hospital environment where patient care and teamwork are the highest priorities.
Candidates should be comfortable with:
- Standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, and remaining active throughout the workday
- Safely handling and restraining dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments
- Lifting and carrying patients, equipment, and supplies up to 50 pounds with assistance available when appropriate
- Working around animal dander, fur, odors, cleaning products, disinfectants, medications, and veterinary supplies
- Exposure to animal waste, bodily fluids, blood, and other common veterinary workplace conditions while following safety protocols
- Wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when required
- Adapting to changing patient needs in a fast-paced clinical environment
At Vernon Woods Animal Hospital, we believe veterinary professionals deserve opportunities to learn, grow, and build meaningful careers.
Team members have access to:
- Hands-on mentorship and clinical skill development
- Continuing Education (CE) support
- Paid CE opportunities
- Licensure reimbursement for credentialed veterinary professionals
- Training opportunities to expand technical skills
- Opportunities for advancement within Vernon Woods Animal Hospital and the broader veterinary community
Eligible newly credentialed Veterinary Technicians may qualify for the Innovetive Petcare HeadStart Program, designed to support recent graduates of AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology programs who have successfully passed the VTNE within the past three years.
Qualified team members may receive:
- Student loan repayment assistance
- Professional development support
- Resources to support long-term veterinary career growth
We believe taking care of our people is just as important as taking care of our patients.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Mental health and wellness resources through Calm Health
- Legal resources and support through Rocket Lawyer
- Competitive compensation based on experience and skillset
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Company-paid Life Insurance
- Employee Pet Care Discounts
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Supportive scheduling and team culture
- Continuing Education opportunities
- Career development resources
- Opportunities for advancement within a growing veterinary community
At Vernon Woods Animal Hospital, veterinary medicine is about more than treating patients—it is about supporting families, building relationships, and creating a workplace where veterinary professionals are proud of the care they provide.
If you are an experienced Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant looking for a practice where your skills, compassion, and dedication are valued, we would love to connect.
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