Veterinary Technician - Internal Medicine

Innovetive PetCare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Employee pet care discounts

Job summary

Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency in Dunwoody, GA, is growing its Internal Medicine service and seeks experienced Veterinary Technicians (LVT/RVT/CVT) to support complex cases, diagnostics, and high-quality patient care.

The role emphasizes collaboration with specialists and emergency clinicians to advance clinical skills and professional development. Competitive compensation and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years veterinary hospital experience.
• Foundation in patient nursing, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, lab diagnostics, medication administration, and hospitalized patient monitoring.
• Strong communication, organization, and attention to detail.
• Ability to stay calm in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Interest in complex medical cases and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Support Internal Medicine consultations and complex cases.
• Obtain patient histories and assist with treatment planning.
• Monitor hospitalized patients and communicate changes in condition.
• Administer medications and provide nursing care.
• Assist with diagnostic tests and sample collection.

Skills

Veterinary hospital experience

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Laboratory diagnostics

Medication administration

Patient monitoring

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Endoscopy equipment

Laboratory centrifuge

Job description

Veterinary Technician - Internal Medicine

Department: Veterinary Technicians

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Dunwoody, Georgia

Compensation: $18.00 - $38.00 / hour

Description

Are you an experienced Veterinary Technician, Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), or Veterinary Assistant looking to grow your skills in specialty medicine?

Join Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency at our newly opened emergency and specialty hospital in Dunwoody, Georgia. We're expanding our Internal Medicine service and seeking dedicated veterinary professionals who want to support complex medical cases, assist with advanced diagnostics, and deliver exceptional patient care.

Whether your background is in Internal Medicine, Emergency and Critical Care (ECC), ICU, specialty medicine, urgent care, or high-volume general practice, this is an opportunity to deepen your clinical skills, collaborate with experienced specialists, and contribute to a growing specialty team.

Grow With Our Internal Medicine Team

As our Dunwoody hospital continues to grow, you'll help support the development of our Internal Medicine service while working alongside experienced veterinary specialists and emergency clinicians.

You'll gain exposure to referral-level medicine, complex diagnostic workups, and collaborative patient care while developing the skills to advance your veterinary nursing career.

Your Impact as an Internal Medicine Veterinary Technician

Internal Medicine Nursing and Patient Care

• Support Internal Medicine consultations, specialty appointments, and complex medical cases.
• Obtain patient histories and assist with treatment planning and ongoing disease management.
• Monitor hospitalized patients, evaluate responses to treatment, and promptly communicate changes in condition.
• Administer medications and provide attentive nursing care.

Advanced Diagnostics and Procedures

• Perform venipuncture, place IV catheters, and collect and process laboratory samples.
• Assist with cytology, urinalysis, and other diagnostic testing.
• Prepare and position patients for ultrasound and other diagnostic imaging.
• Support endoscopy preparation and recovery, fine-needle aspirates, biopsies, and fluid collection procedures.
• Coordinate reference laboratory submissions and results.

Client Education and Specialty Collaboration

• Help clients understand diagnostic recommendations, medications, treatment plans, and at-home care.
• Communicate clearly with clients, veterinarians, and the broader medical team.
• Collaborate with Emergency and Critical Care, Cardiology, Neurology, Oncology, Surgery, and Diagnostic Imaging to support coordinated patient care.

Who We're Looking For

• 1–2+ years of veterinary hospital experience required.
• A foundation in patient nursing, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, laboratory diagnostics, medication administration, and hospitalized patient monitoring.
• Strong communication, organization, and attention to detail.
• The ability to remain calm and responsive in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• An interest in complex medical cases, diagnostic problem-solving, and continued professional development.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credential.
• Previous Internal Medicine, specialty, emergency, critical care, or ICU experience.
• Advanced laboratory and chronic disease management experience.
• RECOVER CPR certification.
• An interest in pursuing advanced veterinary nursing skills or specialty credentials.

Sign-On Bonus Opportunities

• $6,000 sign-on bonus may be available to licensed veterinary technicians (LVT/RVT/CVT) with strong Internal Medicine, specialty, or advanced veterinary nursing experience.
• $1,000 sign-on bonus may be available to experienced non-licensed Veterinary Technicians or Veterinary Assistants with relevant experience in Internal Medicine, specialty medicine, diagnostics, anesthesia, or complex patient care.

Bonus eligibility depends on experience, credentials, and qualifications. Not all applicants will qualify.

Why Join Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency?

Continuing Education and Career Development

• Annual continuing education allowance.
• Two paid continuing education days.
• Support for advanced certifications and specialty training.
• Mentorship from experienced specialists.
• Exposure to referral-level medicine and complex cases.
• Opportunities for continued learning and career growth.

HeadStart Student Loan Repayment Program

Eligible recent veterinary technology graduates may qualify for up to $4,000 per year in student loan repayment assistance for three years, paid through regular paychecks, subject to program requirements.

Eligibility generally requires graduation from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program within the previous three years. Additional program requirements apply.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive compensation based on experience and skillset.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program and Calm Health wellness resources.
• Rocket Lawyer legal benefits for employees and immediate family.
• Employee pet care discounts.
• Professional membership support.

Benefit eligibility and availability vary by plan and employment status.

Why Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency?

Our mission is to deliver exceptional specialty and emergency care while creating an environment where veterinary professionals can grow, develop, and practice at a high level.

We believe strong veterinary technicians are essential to excellent medicine. We invest in clinical development, collaborative teamwork, and opportunities for our team members to expand their skills.