Veterinary Assistant & Tech — Surgery & Client Care

Total Veterinary Care; Buford (GA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

PTO

Continuing education

Job summary

Total Veterinary Care in Buford, GA is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant/Unlicensed Veterinary Technician to join our experienced veterinary team. You will assist during examinations, surgeries, and medical workups while delivering outstanding client service and compassionate care.

The role offers competitive hourly pay of $17.00–$20.00, 30–40 hours per week, rotating Saturday shifts, and a benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, a retirement plan, and PTO.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months of full-time experience as a veterinary assistant/ non-licensed technician.
• Ability to restrain canine and feline patients calmly.
• Working knowledge of veterinary terminology, preventive healthcare, medications, and basic medical calculations.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Careful attention to detail and accurate record keeping.
• Positive, team-oriented attitude and dependable attendance.
• Desire to continue learning and developing technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, surgical procedures, and medical workups.
• Properly restrain canine and feline patients while maintaining a calm, low-stress environment.
• Collect blood samples and place IV catheters.
• Perform in-house laboratory testing.
• Prepare medications and accurately fill prescriptions.
• Record patient histories and maintain complete medical records.
• Prepare exam rooms and treatment areas.
• Communicate clearly with clients regarding treatments, medications, preventive care, and discharge instructions.
• Support teammates to keep appointments running efficiently throughout the day.

Skills

Veterinary terminology

Preventive healthcare

Medications knowledge

Record keeping

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

Total Veterinary Care in Buford, GA is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant/Unlicensed Veterinary Technician to join our experienced veterinary team. You will assist during examinations, surgeries, and medical workups while delivering outstanding client service and compassionate care.

The role offers competitive hourly pay of $17.00–$20.00, 30–40 hours per week, rotating Saturday shifts, and a benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, a retirement plan, and PTO.