Surgical Veterinary Technician – Anesthesia & Patient Care

Community Veterinary Partners; Dawsonville (GA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Monthly performance bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Paid parental leave

CE allowance and education support

Scrub allowance

Team meals and wellness resources

Employee discounts on services

Job summary

Whitmire Animal Hospital in Dawsonville, GA seeks an experienced Veterinary Technician with a passion for surgery and anesthesia to join our growing team. You will support doctors through surgical procedures, dental care, and diagnostics in a modern, well-equipped private clinic.

We value collaboration, high-quality patient care, and ongoing professional growth. 36–40 hours weekly with rotating Saturdays; competitive hourly pay and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Credentialed veterinary technician preferred (RVT/LVT/CVT).
• Minimum of 2 years of veterinary technician experience in a small animal practice.
• Proficiency with IV catheter placement, venipuncture, laboratory procedures, and patient monitoring.
• Excellent communication and client education skills.
• Ability to remain calm and efficient during urgent or emergency cases.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for surgical and dental procedures.
• Monitor anesthesia before, during, and after surgery.
• Assist veterinarians during routine and advanced surgical procedures.
• Place intravenous catheters and administer medications as directed.
• Perform venipuncture and collect laboratory samples.
• Run in-house laboratory diagnostics.
• Obtain digital radiographs, including dental radiographs.
• Perform professional dental cleanings.
• Monitor hospitalized patients and provide nursing care.
• Calculate medication dosages and maintain accurate medical records.
• Educate clients on treatment plans, medications, and post-operative care.
• Maintain surgical equipment, treatment areas, and exam rooms.
• Assist with inventory management and hospital organization.
• Work collaboratively with doctors and teammates to provide exceptional patient care.

Skills

Surgical nursing

Anesthesia monitoring

Client education

Education

Credentialed Veterinary Technician (RVT, LVT, or CVT) preferred

Job description

Whitmire Animal Hospital in Dawsonville, GA seeks an experienced Veterinary Technician with a passion for surgery and anesthesia to join our growing team. You will support doctors through surgical procedures, dental care, and diagnostics in a modern, well-equipped private clinic.

We value collaboration, high-quality patient care, and ongoing professional growth. 36–40 hours weekly with rotating Saturdays; competitive hourly pay and benefits offered.