Veterinary Assistant, Surgery

Join Our Surgery Team at Alpharetta Veterinary Specialty + Emergency

Alpharetta Veterinary Specialty + Emergency in Alpharetta is hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our outstanding Surgery team! Available Sign-On Bonus Structures up to $2000 for LVTs!

Compensation: $22 - $32 per hour, based on experience and certifications.

Schedule Requirements: Full-time, Monday - Thursday, 7am - 5pm. Occasional extended hours as needed, based on case load.

Full-Time Benefits:

• CE Allowance
• Uniform Allowance
• Paid Time Off
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Employee Pet Discount
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Professional Development Assistance
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• And more!

AVSE is proud to offer a strong team environment that shows our appreciation by supporting you with extra hands, workplace wellness benefits, and more!

About You:

You are passionate about patient care and thrive in a collaborative surgical environment. You value teamwork, communication, and creating a positive, supportive hospital culture. You are detail-oriented, adaptable, and eager to continue growing your clinical skills.

What You'll Do:

• Assist with surgical procedures and patient preparation
• Provide compassionate nursing care and patient monitoring
• Take vital signs, collect samples, and assist with diagnostics
• Administer medications and maintain accurate medical records
• Perform proper animal restraint and handling
• Assist with catheter placement, phlebotomy, and radiology
• Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant hospital environment
• Support the surgical team with efficiency and attention to detail

Requirements:

• Minimum 3+ year of veterinary technician experience
• Active veterinary technician license required for LVTs, with proficiency in anesthesia monitoring, drug calculations, and surgical support preferred and strong technical skills including catheter placement, phlebotomy, and radiology
• Working knowledge of patient care, restraint, and basic procedures, with a willingness to learn and grow in a surgical environment
• Ability to work around anesthetic gases, chemicals, and zoonotic diseases. Comfortable working with animals, including those who are sick or stressed. Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus.
• Flexibility to support occasional schedule adjustments

Are you ready to join a team of passionate professionals dedicated to providing exceptional care to our furry friends? Don't miss this opportunity to join our team and make a real difference in the lives of pets and their families. Apply today and unleash your potential at Alpharetta Veterinary Specialty + Emergency!