Senior Veterinary Assistant: Surgery, Anesthesia & Dentistry

innovetivepetcare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Brookhaven Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant or Technician to join our compassionate, client-centered general practice in Brookhaven. This role emphasizes hands-on patient care, surgical and anesthetic support, and dental procedures, including prophylaxis and radiography.

You will work alongside veterinarians and support staff to ensure safe anesthesia, quality dental care, and excellent patient outcomes while maintaining a collaborative, educational environment for

Qualifications

• Prior clinical experience in a small animal practice (not entry level).
• Experience with anesthesia, surgery, and dental procedures.
• Experience with veterinary dentistry, including dental prophylaxis and dental radiography.
• Commitment to client education and high-quality care.

Responsibilities

• Play a vital role in patient care, surgical support, and client education.
• Work closely with veterinarians and support staff to ensure safe anesthesia, effective dental care, and positive patient outcomes.
• Engage in a strong mix of technical skill utilization, teamwork, and opportunities to continue developing advanced clinical competencies.

Skills

Veterinary dentistry

Surgical support

Anesthetic support

Dental radiography

Dental prophylaxis

Client education

Small animal practice experience

Job description

Brookhaven Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant or Technician to join our compassionate, client-centered general practice in Brookhaven. This role emphasizes hands-on patient care, surgical and anesthetic support, and dental procedures, including prophylaxis and radiography.

You will work alongside veterinarians and support staff to ensure safe anesthesia, quality dental care, and excellent patient outcomes while maintaining a collaborative, educational environment for