Experienced Veterinary Assistant/Technician chez Innovetive Petcare
Innovetive Petcare · Atlanta, États-Unis d'Amérique · Onsite
- Professional
- Bureau à Atlanta
Vernon Woods Animal Hospital, a trusted name in pet care in Atlanta, GA, is seeking a compassionate and experienced Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician to join our dedicated team. If you love animals, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and value being part of a supportive, skilled group of professionals—this is your next home.
As part of the Innovetive Petcare network, we’re proud to provide top-tier veterinary care with a focus on wellness and preventative medicine, backed by a network that supports growth, education, and clinical excellence.
🩺 What You’ll Do
- Support Exams & Procedures: Assist veterinarians during physical exams, dental cleanings, and surgeries by prepping patients and monitoring throughout.
- Patient Care: Safely restrain pets, monitor vital signs, collect samples, and ensure comfort pre- and post-treatment.
- Clinical Procedures: Administer medications and vaccines, place IV catheters, draw blood, run diagnostics (fecals, radiographs, labwork), and assist in surgical prep and recovery.
- Client Communication: Educate clients on at-home care, medications, nutrition, and wellness. Be a reassuring, informed voice throughout the pet's care.
- Records & Organization: Maintain accurate medical records, manage inventory, keep exam rooms and surgical suites clean and organized.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and front desk staff to ensure smooth patient flow and exceptional care.
✅ What We’re Looking For
- Experience: 1+ years as a Veterinary Assistant or Technician preferred. Veterinary Technician degree or assistant program background is a plus.
- Skills: Strong knowledge of animal restraint, veterinary terminology, and clinical procedures. Experience with exotics is a bonus.
- Communication: Clear, kind, and confident communicator—both with clients and teammates.
- Compassion: A true animal lover with a commitment to high-quality patient care.
- Team Player: Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and dependable in a busy, collaborative setting.
- Detail-Oriented: Accurate, thorough, and able to follow instructions precisely.
- Adaptable: Flexible and ready to grow with a progressive general practice.
💼 What We Offer
- Competitive Pay: Based on experience, with overtime and holiday pay for those worked.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Generous PTO: Paid time off and holiday pay to support a healthy work-life balance.
- Veterinary Discounts: Care, medications, and products for your own pets.
- Continuing Education: Financial support and time off for CE to support your growth.
- Licensure Reimbursement: We'll cover your state licensure fees.
- Student Loan Assistance: Access to our Headstart Program, offering loan repayment support for team members who graduated from an AVMA-accredited program within the last 3 years.
- Career Development: Opportunities to grow within our clinic or across the Innovetive Petcare network.
- Supportive Culture: A kind, collaborative, and inclusive team environment.
