Licensed Veterinary Technician - New Hope Animal Hospital - GA

PetVet Care Centers; Dallas (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Parental leave

401(k)

Pet discounts

Job summary

Join PetVet Care Centers at New Hope Animal Hospital in Dallas, GA as a Licensed Veterinary Technician. Earn a sign-on bonus up to $1,000 based on your experience, and provide high-quality care to our animal patients and their clients in a supportive team environment.

The role involves nursing care, diagnostic procedures, patient monitoring, and collaboration with veterinarians to ensure excellent care. Full-time daytime schedule with benefits and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed veterinary technician with active credentials.
• Experience working in a veterinary clinic is preferred.
• Ability to perform nursing tasks, patient care, and basic diagnostic procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated veterinary care and client service.
• Assist during surgeries and examinations.
• Maintain medical records and laboratory data.
• Order and manage supplies and medications as directed by the veterinarian.

Skills

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician certification

State licensure (LVT/CVT/RVT/LVMT)

Job description

Bring your skills to PetVet and earn a sign-on bonus of up to $1,000 based on your experience as a credentialed veterinary technician!

PetVet Care Centers' New Hope Animal Hospital - GA is currently seeking Licensed Veterinary Technicians to join their team!

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Position Overview

Join our team as a Licensed Veterinary Technician who supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients. Responsibilities include providing patient care by determining animal requirements, conducting examinations and diagnostic procedures, assisting during surgery and operations, providing nursing care, assisting with feeding and caring for patients, maintaining medical supplies and equipment, overseeing triage and discharging patients, and maintaining patient medical records.

New Hope Animal Hospital in Dallas, Georgia, is a full-service veterinary clinic committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care for pets. With a focus on building lasting client relationships, the team delivers personalized care in a supportive, community-driven setting.

Why Join Us

• Urgent care during daytime hours!

Key Responsibilities

• Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations and interviews, reviewing care plans and records, completing laboratory tests and studies, and diagnostic imaging.
• Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, drugs, and vaccines, and bandaging and wrapping wounds.
• Support patient examinations and operations by assembling required supplies and instruments, securing and bringing patients to examination rooms, and restraining patients; aids as directed by the veterinarian.
• Provide excellent pet care by applying full knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, pharmacology, specialized equipment usage, and specialized drug administration.
• Obtain and verify medications.
• Ensure that patients have food and water, clean patients' rooms, cages, and equipment; observe patients for clinical signs of disease.
• As directed, fill prescriptions and administer medications, including proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
• Maintain a safe, secure, healthy, and humane environment by sterilizing and wrapping instruments, sanitizing and disinfecting holding and operating areas, storing sterile supplies, verifying shelf life, following standards and procedures, and in compliance with applicable legal regulations.
• Maintain medical records by documenting patients’ conditions, reactions, and changes; update the database in an accurate and timely manner.
• Communicate with the pet owner about the status of the patient, as directed by the veterinarian.
• Maintain equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining equipment supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
• Maintain inventory, place orders for needed supplies, verify, and maintain receipts.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional journals.
• Release pets to their owners as directed; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed before their release.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or practice.

Qualifications (Required)

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position
• Must be a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), or a Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician (LVMT)

Schedule: Full-Time, Day shift; 3-4 weekday shifts and every other Saturday

What We Offer

We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pay Range

$18 — $23 USD

With more than 400 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive. At PetVet Care Centers, we're committed to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you're providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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