Build the Future of Specialty Veterinary Dermatology in Atlanta

Interested in Dogwood, But Not Dermatology?

• Surgery and Anesthesia
• Diagnostic Imaging (Radiology)
• Cardiology
• Neurology
• Oncology
• Internal Medicine
• Emergency and Critical Care (ER/ECC)

Who Thrives in This Role?

• Enjoy building long-term relationships with clients and patients
• Have experience in General Practice, Emergency, Specialty, or Urgent Care
• Take pride in patient advocacy and improving quality of life
• Enjoy diagnostics, sample collection, and case management
• Have strong communication and client education skills
• Are passionate about helping patients with chronic conditions
• Thrive in a collaborative specialty environment
• Want to continue developing advanced technical and nursing skills

Your Impact as a Veterinary Dermatology Technician

Dermatology Patient Care and Nursing Support

• Assist specialists during dermatology consultations and examinations
• Support patients with:
  • Environmental and food allergies
  • Chronic dermatitis
  • Otitis and ear disease
  • Skin infections
  • Autoimmune and immune-mediated skin disorders
• Provide ongoing nursing support for chronic dermatology cases
• Monitor patient comfort and treatment response

Diagnostic Testing and Sample Collection

• Collect and prepare diagnostic samples
• Perform and assist with:
  • Skin scrapings
  • Cytology preparation
  • Ear cytology
  • Fungal culture collection
  • Diagnostic sample handling
• Support allergy testing and specialty diagnostics
• Maintain accurate diagnostic records and documentation

Treatment and Procedural Support

• Administer medications and treatments as directed
• Assist with:
  • Topical therapies
  • Medicated baths
  • Allergy treatment protocols
  • Minor dermatologic procedures
• Support sedation and anesthesia when required for specialty procedures

Client Education and Long-Term Case Management

• Educate clients on:
  • Chronic allergy management
  • Medication administration
  • Preventative care strategies
  • Home care recommendations
• Reinforce treatment plans and follow-up recommendations
• Build strong client relationships through communication and support
• Help improve long-term patient outcomes through education and compliance

Clinical Excellence and Team Collaboration

• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment plans
• Ensure exam rooms and dermatology equipment remain organized and prepared
• Collaborate with specialists, technicians, assistants, and client service teams
• Deliver exceptional patient care and client service throughout every visit

Who We're Looking For

• 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 and work around animals of varying sizes, breeds, temperaments, and medical conditions
• Perform repetitive tasks requiring manual dexterity, including patient restraint, sample collection, data entry, and equipment operation
• Work in a fast-paced veterinary hospital environment with frequent movement between exam rooms, treatment areas, and specialty departments
• Communicate effectively with clients, veterinarians, specialists, and team members in person, by phone, and electronically

• Animal dander, fur, saliva, and other animal-related allergens
• Cleaning agents, disinfectants, and veterinary hospital chemicals
• Medical odors, fragrances, perfumes, and grooming products
• Veterinary medical equipment, diagnostic imaging equipment, and anesthesia monitoring devices
• Noise associated with animal care and hospital operations

• Minimum 1+ year of veterinary experience preferred
• Experience within:
  • General Practice
  • Urgent Care
  • Emergency Veterinary Hospitals
  • Specialty Veterinary Hospitals
• Strong foundation in:
  • Animal Handling and Restraint
  • Venipuncture and Sample Collection
  • Laboratory Diagnostics
  • Client Communication
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Medical Record Documentation

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)
• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)
• Previous dermatology experience
• Strong cytology and laboratory skills
• Experience supporting chronic case management
• Passion for client education and specialty medicine

What Sets You Apart

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Compassion for patients with chronic conditions
• Attention to detail and diagnostic accuracy
• Commitment to exceptional client service
• Desire to grow within specialty medicine
• Positive, collaborative mindset

What We Offer

Professional Growth Opportunities

• $3,000 Annual Continuing Education Allowance
• 2 Paid Continuing Education Days
• Support for advanced certifications and specialty training
• Mentorship from board-certified specialists
• Exposure to advanced referral-level medicine
• Opportunities to pursue long-term specialty career pathways

HeadStart Student Loan Repayment Program

• Graduated from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• Successfully passed the VTNE
• Obtained licensure within the past three years

• Veterinary Technician Licensure Reimbursement
• License Renewal Assistance
• Continuing Education Support
• Professional Development Resources

Comprehensive Full-Time Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience and credentialing
• 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

• Employee Assistance Program
• Calm Health Wellness Resources
• Mental Health and Wellbeing Support Programs

• 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?

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

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