Veterinary Technician - Neurology

Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency; Dunwoody (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$3,000 Annual Continuing Education Allowance

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Employee Pet Care Discounts

Job summary

Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency in Dunwoody, Georgia, is seeking experienced Veterinary Technicians to join their new Neurology team. Candidates will provide specialized care for neurologic patients and undergo training at the Marietta hospital.

The position requires a passion for advanced medicine and offers numerous benefits, including a $3,000 annual education allowance, health insurance, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a veterinary hospital setting.
• Strong veterinary nursing and patient care skills.
• Experience with anesthesia monitoring and hospitalized patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist with neurologic examinations and patient assessments.
• Support patients with neurologic conditions.
• Prepare patients for neurology procedures and advanced diagnostics.
• Assist with stabilization of neurologic emergencies.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.

Skills

Emergency Medicine

Neurology

Critical Care

Surgery

Anesthesia

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) or Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

Job description

Job Summary

Department: Veterinary Technicians

Location: Dunwoody, Georgia

Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency – Dunwoody is opening in October 2026. We are building the founding Neurology team and are looking for experienced Veterinary Technicians, Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVTs), Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs), and highly skilled Veterinary Assistants with backgrounds in Emergency Medicine, Neurology, Critical Care, Surgery, Anesthesia, or Specialty Medicine. Selected candidates will begin onboarding and training at our established Marietta hospital beginning September 2026, providing the opportunity to train alongside experienced neurologists, specialists, emergency clinicians, and advanced nursing teams before transitioning into our brand-new Dunwoody facility.

Who Thrives in This Role?

• Enjoy advanced medicine and complex neurologic cases
• Have experience supporting Emergency, ICU, Surgery, Anesthesia, or Specialty Medicine
• Thrive in fast‑paced, high‑acuity environments
• Enjoy advanced anesthesia monitoring and critical patient care
• Take pride in technical precision and patient advocacy
• Are interested in MRI, CT, neurosurgery, and advanced diagnostics
• Want to work alongside highly skilled specialists who challenge you to grow
• Aspire to pursue advanced specialty training or future VTS credentials

Impact as a Veterinary Neurology Technician

Neurology Nursing and Patient Care

• Assist with neurologic examinations and patient assessments
• Support patients with seizure disorders, IVDD, paresis, paralysis, and other neurologic conditions
• Provide high‑level nursing care for hospitalized neurologic patients
• Monitor patient comfort, mobility, and neurologic status throughout hospitalization
• Assist with long‑term neurologic case management and recovery plans

Advanced Anesthesia and Procedural Support

• Prepare patients for neurology procedures and advanced diagnostics
• Perform anesthesia induction, intubation, and patient preparation
• Monitor anesthesia utilizing ECG, pulse oximetry, capnography, blood pressure monitoring, and temperature monitoring
• Assist with advanced neurologic procedures and neurosurgical cases
• Manage high‑risk anesthetic patients and support ventilated cases when appropriate
• Support safe patient recovery and post‑operative monitoring

Diagnostic Imaging and Neurology Diagnostics

• Assist with MRI and CT workflows
• Prepare and position patients for advanced imaging procedures
• Support cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) collection procedures and neurologic diagnostics
• Ensure diagnostic accuracy through proper patient preparation and monitoring
• Collaborate closely with Radiology and specialty teams

Emergency and Critical Care Collaboration

• Partner with Emergency and ICU teams for continuity of care
• Assist with stabilization of neurologic emergencies
• Recognize and respond to changes in patient condition
• Participate in CPR and emergency response efforts

Clinical Excellence and Team Collaboration

• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Support continuity of care across Neurology, Surgery, Imaging, ICU, and Emergency services
• Maintain specialty equipment and treatment areas
• Uphold the highest standards of patient safety and medical excellence

Candidate Requirements

• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and reach throughout the workday
• Lift, carry, and assist in restraining patients weighing up to 50 pounds, with assistance available when appropriate
• Safely handle animals of varying sizes, breeds, temperaments, and medical conditions
• Perform repetitive tasks requiring manual dexterity, including patient restraint, venipuncture, medication administration, anesthesia monitoring, and equipment operation
• Work in a fast‑paced specialty veterinary hospital environment with frequent movement between treatment, imaging, ICU, surgery, and specialty care areas
• Communicate effectively with clients, specialists, veterinarians, and team members

Exposure to Volatile Environments

• Animal dander, fur, saliva, and other animal‑related allergens
• Cleaning products, disinfectants, and veterinary medical chemicals
• Medical odors, fragrances, and hospital‑related environmental conditions
• Anesthetic gases and specialty medical equipment
• Noise associated with veterinary patient care and hospital operations

Required Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a veterinary hospital setting
• Experience supporting patient care within Specialty, Emergency, ICU, Surgery, Anesthesia, or high‑volume General Practice environments
• Strong veterinary nursing and patient care skills
• Experience with anesthesia monitoring and hospitalized patient care
• Confidence with venipuncture, catheter placement, and laboratory diagnostics
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced specialty referral environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), or Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)
• Previous experience supporting Neurology, Neurosurgery, Emergency, Critical Care, Surgery, or Diagnostic Imaging
• Experience with advanced anesthesia monitoring
• Familiarity with MRI and CT workflows
• Ventilator management experience
• RECOVER CPR Certification
• Advanced training in Anesthesia, Emergency and Critical Care, or Specialty Medicine

What Sets You Apart

• Strong attention to detail and clinical precision
• Ability to remain calm and focused during complex cases
• Passion for advanced medicine and neurologic patient care
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth

What We Offer

Continuing Education and Professional Development

• $3,000 Annual Continuing Education Allowance
• 2 Paid Continuing Education Days
• Mentorship from experienced neurologists and specialists
• Exposure to advanced neurologic procedures, MRI, CT, and neurosurgical cases
• Support for advanced certifications and specialty training
• Opportunities for long‑term career growth within specialty medicine

Head Start Student Loan Repayment Program

• Eligible Licensed Veterinary Technicians may qualify for student loan repayment assistance if they graduated from an AVMA‑accredited Veterinary Technology Program, successfully passed the VTNE, and obtained credentialing within the previous three years.

Additional Support

• Licensure reimbursement
• State license renewal reimbursement
• Continuing education support
• Professional development opportunities

Health and Financial Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience and skillset
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Life Insurance
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays

Mental Health and Wellness

• Employee Assistance Program
• Calm Health Wellness Resources
• Mental health and wellbeing support programs

Legal and Family Support

• Rocket Lawyer Legal Benefits for you and your immediate family

Additional Perks

• Employee Pet Care Discounts
• Professional Membership Support

Why Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency?

Our mission is simple: Deliver exceptional specialty and emergency care while creating an environment where veterinary professionals can grow, develop, and practice at the highest level.

We are committed to:

• Advanced medicine
• Clinical excellence
• Collaborative teamwork
• Continuous learning
• Technician empowerment