Veterinary Technician - Neurology

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education

Dunwoody (GA)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 52,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Generous Annual CE Allowance

2 Paid CE Days

Mentorship from neurologists

Exposure to MRI, CT, neurosurgery

Job summary

Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency in Dunwoody, GA is expanding with a brand-new neurology team. We seek experienced Veterinary Technicians, LVTs, and skilled Veterinary Assistants to join our founding Neurology team.

The role offers a full-time daytime schedule (7:00 AM - 5:00 PM) with paid onboarding, specialty training, and opportunities in MRI/CT, anesthesia, and advanced patient care.

Qualifications

2+ years of veterinary hospital experience.
Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) preferred.
Experience with venipuncture and IV catheter placement.
Anesthesia monitoring and ICU/ Emergency care experience.

Responsibilities

Provide advanced nursing care for hospitalized neurologic patients.
Assist neurologists with patient evaluations and consultations.
Monitor neurologic status, comfort, mobility, and treatment response.
Assist with rehabilitation and post-operative recovery.
Assist with anesthesia induction, intubation, monitoring, and recovery.
Prepare patients for MRI/CT and diagnostic imaging workflows.

Skills

Veterinary nursing

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Anesthesia monitoring

Emergency/ICU

Teamwork & communication

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Tools

MRI/CT workflow

ECG monitoring

Capnography

Vital signs monitoring

Job description

Veterinary Technician - Neurology

Department: Veterinary Technicians

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Dunwoody, Georgia

Compensation: $18.00 - $38.00 / hour

Description

Help Build the Future of Veterinary Neurology in Atlanta

Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency - Dunwoody, Georgia
4500 N. Shallowford Rd, Dunwoody, GA 30338 | Opening October 2026

Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency is expanding with a brand-new specialty and emergency hospital in Dunwoody, following the success of our established Marietta location.

We're seeking experienced Veterinary Technicians, Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVTs), and skilled Veterinary Assistants to join our founding Neurology team and help establish a new specialty service focused on advanced medicine and exceptional patient care.

Selected team members will receive paid onboarding and specialty training at our Marietta hospital before transitioning to Dunwoody.

7:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Full-Time Daytime Schedule

Your Impact as a Veterinary Neurology Technician

Neurology Nursing and Patient Care

Provide advanced nursing care for hospitalized neurologic patients
Assist neurologists with patient evaluations and consultations
Monitor neurologic status, comfort, mobility, and treatment response
Support patients experiencing seizures, IVDD, paresis, paralysis, and other neurologic conditions
Assist with rehabilitation and post-operative recovery
Advocate for patients and provide compassionate client support

Advanced Anesthesia and Procedural Support

Prepare patients for advanced diagnostics and procedures
Assist with anesthesia induction, intubation, monitoring, and recovery
Monitor patients using ECG, pulse oximetry, capnography, blood pressure, and temperature
Support neurosurgical and advanced neurologic procedures
Monitor high-risk patients and recognize changes in condition
Assist with ventilated patient care when applicable

MRI, CT, and Specialty Diagnostics

Prepare and safely position patients for MRI and CT
Support advanced diagnostic imaging workflows
Assist with CSF collection procedures
Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and laboratory diagnostics
Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation

Emergency and Specialty Collaboration

Neurologic patients often require care across multiple services. You'll work closely with:

Neurology
Emergency and Critical Care
Surgery and Anesthesia
Diagnostic Imaging
Other specialty nursing teams

You’ll help support neurologic emergencies, patient stabilization, continuity of care, and effective communication across departments.

Who We're Looking For

We're seeking veterinary professionals with 2+ years of veterinary hospital experience. Candidates with backgrounds in Neurology, Specialty Medicine, Emergency, Critical Care, ICU, Surgery, Anesthesia, or high-volume General Practice are encouraged to apply.

Strong foundation in veterinary nursing and patient care
Experience with venipuncture and IV catheter placement
Medication administration and patient monitoringLaboratory diagnostics
Anesthesia monitoring
Ability to remain calm and organized during complex cases
Strong communication and teamwork skills

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)
Previous Veterinary Neurology or Specialty hospital experience
MRI or CT workflow experience
Advanced anesthesia monitoring
Emergency or ICU experience
Ventilator management experience
RECOVER CPR Certification

Experienced Veterinary Assistants with strong clinical skills and an interest in Neurology are also encouraged to apply.

Grow Your Career

At Dogwood, we believe exceptional medicine starts with exceptional technicians.

You’ll receive:

Generous Annual CE Allowance
2 Paid CE Days
Mentorship from experienced neurologists and specialists
Exposure to MRI, CT, neurosurgery, and advanced anesthesia
Support for future specialty certifications
Long-term advancement opportunities

If your goal is earning a VTS in Neurology, Emergency and Critical Care, Surgery, or Anesthesia, we want to help you get there.

Experienced veterinary professionals joining our founding Neurology team may qualify for a sign-on bonus based on experience, credentialing, and skillset.

Head Start Student Loan Repayment

Eligible credentialed technicians may qualify for our Head Start Student Loan Repayment Program, including:

Student loan repayment assistance
VTNE licensure reimbursement
State license renewal reimbursement
Continuing education support

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Employee Pet Care Discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Calm Health Wellness Resources
Rocket Lawyer Legal Benefits
Professional Membership Support

Why Dogwood?

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 believe in: