Emergency Veterinary Technician

Emergency Veterinary Technician Department: Veterinary Technicians Employment Type: Full Time Location: Sandy Springs, Georgia Compensation: $23.00 - $30.00 / hour Description Great emergency medicine takes a strong team. At Animal Emergency Center of Sandy Springs , we're looking for an experienced Emergency Veterinary Technician who is confident in a fast-paced environment, passionate about patient care, and ready to be part of a team that supports one another. This is a great opportunity for an experienced veterinary professional who wants a consistent full-time schedule , hands-on emergency experience, and opportunities to continue developing their technical skills. Full-time Every Friday–Monday

8:00 AM–8:00 PM

Consistent 12-hour schedule Why Join Animal Emergency Center of Sandy Springs? At AEC Sandy Springs, you'll work alongside an experienced emergency team caring for a diverse range of urgent and critical patients. You'll have opportunities to strengthen your skills while working in a collaborative environment where your experience and contributions are valued. You'll have the opportunity to: Practice Emergency Veterinary Medicine in a fast-paced hospital Work alongside experienced Emergency Veterinarians Build advanced skills in triage, anesthesia, surgery support, diagnostics, and emergency nursing Treat a wide variety of emergency and urgent care cases Work as part of a collaborative, supportive veterinary team Participate in continuing education and ongoing clinical training Pursue career growth and professional development opportunities Receive employee pet care discounts What You’ll Do As an Emergency Veterinary Technician , you'll provide hands-on patient care while supporting veterinarians during emergency cases, procedures, and treatments. Responsibilities include: Perform patient triage and assist with emergency assessments Obtain patient histories and monitor changes in patient condition Perform venipuncture, blood collection, and IV catheter placement Administer medications, fluids, and treatments as directed Perform in-house laboratory diagnostics and prepare samples for reference laboratories Monitor anesthesia and assist with surgical and emergency procedures Support emergency treatments and patient recovery Assist with radiology and diagnostic imaging Maintain accurate medical records and treatment sheets Communicate effectively with veterinarians, technicians, and clients Provide compassionate support to patients and their families during emergency situations What We're Looking For 2+ years of veterinary clinical experience Experience in Emergency, Urgent Care, Specialty, or high-volume General Practice Strong foundation in veterinary nursing and patient care Confidence working independently while remaining a collaborative team player Comfortable with: Emergency triage Venipuncture and blood collection IV catheter placement Medication administration Fluid therapy Anesthesia monitoring Laboratory diagnostics Patient monitoring Strong communication, organization, and attention to detail LVT credentials are preferred, but not required Experienced non-credentialed Veterinary Technicians or Veterinary Assistants with strong emergency experience are encouraged to apply. What Makes You Successful We're looking for someone who is: Calm under pressure Organized and detail-oriented Comfortable multitasking in a busy emergency environment Dependable and adaptable A strong communicator and collaborative teammate Confident advocating for patients and supporting their families Passionate about emergency medicine and exceptional patient care Physical Requirements & Working Conditions This position requires working in a busy emergency veterinary hospital where patient care is the highest priority. Qualified candidates should be able to: Stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and remain active throughout extended shifts Safely restrain dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments Lift and carry up to 50 pounds independently, with assistance available for heavier patients Perform repetitive tasks while maintaining attention to detail Work around animal dander, fur, odors, cleaning products, disinfectants, medications, and laboratory materials Safely work around animal waste, bodily fluids, blood, sharps, and infectious diseases while following hospital safety protocols Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required Respond quickly and safely to changing patient and hospital needs in a fast-paced emergency environment What We Offer Eligible full-time team members have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, professional development, and work-life balance , including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays Continuing education allowance Paid CE opportunities Mental health and wellness support Employee assistance resources Employee pet care discounts Professional development and career advancement opportunities Student Loan Assistant Available through Headstart Repayment Program for qualifying Veterinary Technology students. Support for continued growth within a network of veterinary hospitals and specialty practices If you're an experienced Emergency Veterinary Technician looking for a consistent full-time schedule , meaningful emergency medicine experience, and a team that values your skills and professional growth, we'd love to meet you. Apply today and take the next step in your emergency veterinary career with Animal Emergency Center of Sandy Springs. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sandy Springs