Veterinary Technician

Dogwood Park Animal Clinic; Grovetown (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Dogwood Park Animal Clinic in Grovetown, GA is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join the on-site team. The role supports veterinarians with exams, treatments, and surgical procedures, handles sample collection, anesthesia support, and maintains accurate medical records.

You will educate clients on preventive care and home care, assist with in-house diagnostics and imaging, keep the clinic organized and safe, and collaborate with staff to provide compassionate care to small animals.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to provide gentle, low-stress handling for animals.
• Strong communication and teamwork in a busy clinic.
• Experience assisting with anesthesia, monitoring, and recovery.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, and surgical procedures.
• Perform lab tests, imaging support, and maintain equipment.
• Prepare and maintain accurate medical records and documentation.
• Educate clients on preventive care and home care instructions.
• Support anesthesia and pain management alongside the veterinary team.

Skills

Compassionate care

Teamwork

Anesthesia support

Client education

Education

Licensed/Certified Vet Technician (or eligibility)

Tools

Practice management software

Job description

Company Description

Dogwood Park Animal Clinic is an independently owned small-animal veterinary practice focused on high-quality, compassionate, and personalized care for pets and their families. The clinic combines modern veterinary medicine, advanced diagnostics, and technology with the individualized attention of a locally owned practice. Team members are supported through a professional, collaborative work environment that encourages learning, growth, and pride in the care they provide. Services include preventive and wellness care, internal medicine, in-house diagnostics, imaging, dentistry, surgery, pain management, and lifelong patient support. The clinic values strong communication, efficient systems, and genuine relationships with clients and the community as the foundation of exceptional veterinary medicine.

Role Description

The Veterinary Technician is a full-time, on-site role based at Dogwood Park Animal Clinic in Grovetown, GA. This role includes assisting veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and surgical procedures, including patient restraint, sample collection, and monitoring. Daily responsibilities also involve performing laboratory and diagnostic tests, preparing and maintaining equipment, supporting anesthesia and pain management, and ensuring accurate medical records. The Veterinary Technician provides compassionate animal care and nursing support, educates clients on preventive care and home care instructions, and helps maintain a clean, safe, and organized clinical environment. Collaboration with the veterinary team and effective communication with clients are key aspects of the role.

Qualifications

• Strong animal care and pet care skills, with a commitment to low-stress handling and patient comfort.
• Proficiency in veterinary technology, including basic lab work, imaging support, and medical record entry.
• Experience with anesthesiology support, including patient monitoring, safety protocols, and recovery care.
• Ability to provide clear, empathetic client education on preventive care, treatment plans, and home care.
• Relevant credential such as Licensed/Certified Veterinary Technician (or eligibility), or equivalent experience in a veterinary clinical setting.
• Solid communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfort with handling small animals in various health conditions and following clinic safety and infection-control protocols.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with veterinary practice management software are helpful.