Experienced Veterinary Technicians Wanted | Surgery | Anesthesia | General Practice

Hospital Hours

• Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Select Saturdays: Open periodically based on hospital needs
• Sunday: Closed

Key Responsibilities

Surgery and Anesthesia Support

• Prepare patients for surgical and anesthetic procedures
• Assist veterinarians during surgery
• Monitor anesthesia and patient vitals throughout procedures
• Support post-operative recovery and nursing care
• Provide discharge instructions and client education

Veterinary Nursing and Patient Care

• Collect patient histories and support examinations
• Perform venipuncture, blood collection, and IV catheter placement
• Administer medications and treatments as directed
• Monitor hospitalized patients and document treatments accurately
• Utilize safe patient restraint and handling techniques

Laboratory and Diagnostic Support

• Collect and process diagnostic samples
• Perform in-house laboratory testing
• Assist with radiographs and diagnostic imaging
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment plans

Client Education and Communication

• Communicate treatment plans and medical recommendations
• Educate clients on medications, preventative care, and post-operative instructions
• Deliver compassionate, professional client service throughout the patient journey

Required Experience and Skills

• Veterinary Hospital
• General Practice (GP)
• Urgent Care
• Emergency Veterinary Hospital
• Specialty Veterinary Hospital

Core Veterinary Technician Skills

• Venipuncture and Blood Collection
• Intravenous (IV) Catheter Placement
• Patient Restraint and Handling
• Laboratory Diagnostics and Sample Processing
• Patient History Collection
• Exam Room Support
• Treatment Administration
• Medical Record Documentation
• Client Communication and Education
• Hospitalized Patient Care and Monitoring

Required Surgery and Anesthesia Experience

• Surgical Patient Preparation
• Surgical Suite Setup and Sterile Technique
• Anesthesia Induction and Monitoring
• Patient Vital Monitoring During Procedures
• Surgical Assistance
• Dental Procedures
• Patient Recovery Monitoring
• Post-Operative Nursing Care
• Discharge Appointments and Client Education

What We Offer

Health and Financial Benefits

•  Medical Insurance
•  Dental Insurance
•  Vision Insurance
•  Life Insurance
•  Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
•  401(k) with Company Match
•  Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Work-Life Balance Benefits

•  Paid Time Off (PTO)
•  Paid Holidays
•  Paid Parental Leave
•  Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional Growth and Development

•  Continuing Education Opportunities
•  Professional Development Support
•  Career Advancement Opportunities
•  Access to Innovetive Petcare's National Veterinary Network

Additional Perks

•  Employee Pet Care Discounts
•  Supportive Team Culture
•  Collaborative Learning Environment

Innovetive Petcare HeadStart Program

Student Loan Support for Newly Credentialed Veterinary Technicians

•  Graduated from an AVMA-Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
•  Successfully passed the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE)
•  Obtained veterinary technician licensure in the state of Georgia within the past three years

Ready to Join a Team That Invests in Your Success?

Apply today and grow your veterinary career with Barkfield Animal Hospital in Cumming, Georgia.