Veterinary Technician

SURGICAL VETERINARY TECHNICIAN Whitmire Animal Hospital – Dawsonville, GA Whitmire Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our growing team! If you have a passion for surgery, anesthesia, and delivering exceptional patient care, we'd love to meet you. Our privately owned, five-doctor small animal hospital provides comprehensive medical, surgical, dental, and preventive care in a modern, well-equipped facility. Conveniently located just off GA-400 in Dawsonville, we're only 30 minutes from Alpharetta and a short drive from the North Georgia Mountains, offering an excellent work-life balance. As a multi-year Best of Dawson winner for Best Veterinary Services and Best Pet Care, we take pride in providing outstanding veterinary medicine while creating a supportive, collaborative workplace where our team members can grow professionally. WHAT YOU'LL DO As a Veterinary Technician, you'll play an essential role in providing high-quality nursing care while supporting our doctors through surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and patient treatment. Responsibilities include: * Prepare patients for surgical and dental procedures * Monitor anesthesia before, during, and after surgery * Assist veterinarians during routine and advanced surgical procedures * Place intravenous catheters and administer medications as directed * Perform venipuncture and collect laboratory samples * Run in-house laboratory diagnostics * Obtain digital radiographs, including dental radiographs * Perform professional dental cleanings * Monitor hospitalized patients and provide nursing care * Calculate medication dosages and maintain accurate medical records * Educate clients on treatment plans, medications, and post-operative care * Maintain surgical equipment, treatment areas, and exam rooms * Assist with inventory management and hospital organization * Work collaboratively with doctors and teammates to provide exceptional patient care WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR We're looking for a dependable, compassionate technician who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and values teamwork. Qualifications include: * Credentialed Veterinary Technician (RVT, LVT, or CVT) preferred, but not required * Minimum of 2 years of veterinary technician experience in a small animal practice * Strong surgical and anesthesia monitoring experience * Experience with dentistry and dental radiographs preferred * Proficiency with IV catheter placement, venipuncture, laboratory procedures, and patient monitoring * Excellent communication and client education skills * Strong organizational and multitasking abilities * Ability to remain calm and efficient during urgent or emergency cases * Positive attitude and commitment to providing outstanding patient care SCHEDULE * Full-time (36–40 hours per week) * Typical hours: 7:30 AM – 6:30 PM * Rotating Saturdays as part of the hospital schedule PERKS & BENEFITS * Competitive hourly pay * Monthly performance bonus opportunities * Medical, dental, and vision insurance * 401(k) with company match * Paid vacation and holidays * Paid parental leave * Continuing education assistance and CE allowance * Annual scrub allowance * Employee Assistance Program and mental wellness resources * Employee discounts on veterinary services * Modern, recently expanded hospital with advanced equipment * Comfortable team breakroom with stocked snacks and beverages WHY JOIN WHITMIRE ANIMAL HOSPITAL? At Whitmire Animal Hospital, we believe great medicine starts with a great team. We foster a culture built on collaboration, respect, continuous learning, and compassionate care for both our patients and one another. If you're looking for a hospital where your skills are valued and you can continue growing in your career, we'd love to have you on our team. Apply today and become part of a practice dedicated to exceptional medicine, outstanding client service, and a positive team environment.