Veterinary Technician - Neurology

Veterinary Technician - Neurology

Department: Veterinary Technicians

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Dunwoody, Georgia


Description

Help Build Something Exceptional From Day One

Opening October 2026 | Founding Neurology Team Opportunity

Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency is growing - and we are building something special.

Following the success of our flagship specialty and emergency hospital in Marietta, Georgia, we are expanding with the opening of our second location in Dunwoody, Georgia, in October 2026.

We are currently building our founding Neurology team and seeking experienced Veterinary Technicians, Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVTs), Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs), Certified Veterinary Technicians (CVTs), and highly skilled Veterinary Assistants who are passionate about advanced medicine, specialty nursing, and providing exceptional care for complex neurologic patients.

This is more than a Neurology Technician position.

This is an opportunity to help establish the culture, workflows, and patient care standards for a brand-new specialty service while having the support of an established hospital and experienced veterinary leadership team.

Train With Experts Before Opening Day

Your career with Dogwood begins before our doors open.

Selected team members will begin onboarding between August and September 2026 at our established Marietta hospital, working alongside:

• Board-certified specialists
• Experienced neurologists
• Emergency clinicians
• Specialty veterinary technicians
• Advanced nursing teams

This unique transition period allows you to build relationships, strengthen your technical skills, and become part of the team before moving into our new Dunwoody hospital.

Why Neurology ?

Neurology is one of the most rewarding and technically advanced areas of veterinary medicine.

Our Neurology team supports patients facing some of their most challenging medical conditions while helping families navigate uncertain and emotional moments.

You will have the opportunity to support:

• Advanced neurologic examinations
• Seizure management
• Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD)
• Spinal disease and trauma cases
• Paralysis and mobility disorders
• MRI and CT diagnostics
• Neurosurgical procedures
• Advanced anesthesia and pain management
• Mechanical ventilation and critical care support
• Post-operative recovery and rehabilitation

If you enjoy complex cases, advanced nursing, and being part of meaningful patient outcomes, Neurology offers an incredible opportunity to grow.

Eligible Specialty Veterinary Professionals May Qualify for a Sign-On Bonus

We are excited to recognize experienced veterinary professionals joining our Neurology team and contributing to advanced specialty patient care.

Eligible candidates with a strong background in veterinary neurology, specialty medicine, or advanced clinical care may qualify for a sign-on bonus based on experience, credentialing, and skillset:

• $6,000 Sign-On Bonus available for Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT/RVT/CVT) with strong Neurology, Specialty, or advanced veterinary nursing experience
• $1,000 Sign-On Bonus available for experienced non-licensed Veterinary Technicians or Veterinary Assistants with a strong background supporting specialty medicine, neurology cases, or complex patient care

Sign-on bonus eligibility is determined based on relevant specialty experience and is not available to all applicants.

Your Impact as a Veterinary Neurology Technician

Advanced Neurology Nursing and Patient Care

As a Neurology Technician, you will play a critical role in supporting patients through diagnosis, treatment, recovery, and long-term management.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist neurologists during advanced patient evaluations and consultations
• Provide nursing care for hospitalized neurologic patients
• Support patients experiencing seizures, IVDD, paresis, paralysis, and other neurologic conditions
• Monitor neurologic status, comfort, mobility, and treatment response
• Assist with rehabilitation and recovery plans
• Advocate for patients and support exceptional client communication

Advanced Anesthesia and Procedural Support

Neurologic patients often require advanced monitoring and specialized care.

You will:

• Prepare patients for advanced diagnostics and procedures
• Assist with anesthesia induction, intubation, and recovery
• Monitor anesthesia utilizing:
  • ECG
  • Pulse oximetry
  • Capnography
  • Blood pressure monitoring (IBP/NIBP)
  • Temperature monitoring
• Support advanced neurologic procedures and neurosurgical cases
• Monitor high-risk patients and recognize changes in condition
• Assist with ventilated patient care when applicable

Diagnostic Imaging and Specialty Diagnostics

You will collaborate closely with Neurology and Imaging teams to support accurate diagnosis.

Responsibilities include:

• Prepare and position patients for MRI and CT procedures
• Support advanced imaging workflows
• Assist with cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) collection procedures
• Ensure proper patient preparation and safety throughout diagnostics
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation

Emergency and Critical Care Collaboration

Neurologic patients often require collaboration across multiple specialty services.

You will work closely with:

• Emergency and Critical Care teams
• Surgery and Anesthesia teams
• Diagnostic Imaging teams
• Specialty nursing teams

Responsibilities include:

• Assist with neurologic emergencies and stabilization
• Recognize changes in patient status
• Participate in CPR and emergency response efforts
• Support continuity of care across departments

Who We're Looking For

We are searching for technicians who bring technical confidence, curiosity, and a passion for specialty medicine.

Required

• 2+ years of veterinary hospital experience
• Strong foundation in veterinary nursing and patient care
• Experience with:
  • Venipuncture
  • IV catheter placement
  • Laboratory diagnostics
  • Medication administration
  • Anesthesia monitoring
  • Patient monitoring
• Experience in:
  • Emergency
  • Specialty
  • ICU
  • Surgery
  • Anesthesia
  • High-volume General Practice
• Ability to communicate effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Ability to remain calm and organized during complex cases

Preferred

• LVT, RVT, or CVT credential
• Previous Neurology experience
• Emergency or ICU experience
• Specialty referral hospital experience
• MRI or CT workflow experience
• Advanced anesthesia monitoring experience
• RECOVER CPR Certification
• Ventilator management experience

Physical Requirements and Working Environment

Qualified candidates should be able to:

• Remain active throughout the workday including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and moving throughout hospital departments
• Safely lift, carry, and assist with patients weighing up to 50 pounds , with additional support available for larger patients when appropriate
• Safely restrain and care for patients of varying sizes, temperaments, and medical conditions
• Perform repetitive clinical tasks requiring manual dexterity including:
  • Venipuncture
  • IV catheter placement
  • Medication administration
  • Patient restraint
  • Equipment operation
  • Anesthesia monitoring
• Work efficiently in a specialty hospital environment with frequent movement between:
  • Treatment areas
  • ICU
  • Imaging
  • Surgery
  • Specialty departments
• Communicate effectively with specialists, veterinarians, clients, referring hospitals, and team members

This position may involve exposure to:

• Animal dander, fur, saliva, and other allergens
• Animal waste, blood, bodily fluids, sharps, and infectious diseases
• Cleaning agents, disinfectants, and veterinary medical chemicals
• Anesthetic gases and specialty medical equipment
• Noise associated with a busy specialty and emergency hospital

Grow Your Career

At Dogwood, we believe exceptional medicine starts with exceptional technicians.

You'll receive:

• Generous Annual CE Allowance
• 2 Paid CE Days
• Mentorship from experienced neurologists and specialists
• Exposure to MRI, CT, neurosurgery, and advanced anesthesia
• Support for future specialty certifications
• Long-term advancement opportunities

If your goal is earning a VTS in Neurology, Emergency and Critical Care, Surgery, or Anesthesia , we want to help you get there.

Head Start Student Loan Repayment

Eligible credentialed technicians may qualify for our Head Start Student Loan Repayment Program , including:

• Student loan repayment assistance
• VTNE licensure reimbursement
• State license renewal reimbursement
• Continuing education support

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Pet Care Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Calm Health Wellness Resources
• Rocket Lawyer Legal Benefits
• Professional Membership Support

Why Dogwood?

Our mission is simple:

Deliver exceptional specialty and emergency care while creating an environment where veterinary professionals can grow, develop, and practice at the highest level.

We believe in:

• Advanced Medicine
• Technician Empowerment
• Continuous Learning
• Collaboration
• Clinical Excellence

We don't simply utilize technicians.

We invest in them.

Apply Today

If you're looking for an opportunity to practice advanced medicine, work alongside exceptional specialists, and help launch one of Georgia's newest specialty hospitals, we'd love to meet you.

Join Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency and help build the future of Neurology in Dunwoody, Georgia.