Veterinary Technician - Dermatology

Veterinary Technician - Dermatology

Now Hiring for Our New Specialty and Emergency Hospital Opening October 2026

Address: 4500 N Shallowford Rd Dunwoody, GA 30338

Build the Future of Specialty Veterinary Dermatology in Atlanta

Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency is growing. Following the success of our flagship specialty and emergency hospital in Marietta, Georgia, we are proud to announce the opening of our second hospital in Dunwoody, GA, scheduled to open in October 2026. We are actively building our founding Dermatology Team and seeking passionate Veterinary Technicians, Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVTs), Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs), Certified Veterinary Technicians (CVTs), and experienced Veterinary Assistants who have an interest in Dermatology, Internal Medicine, Client Education, Specialty Medicine, or Advanced Patient Care. Selected candidates will begin onboarding and training at our established Marietta hospital beginning August 2026, providing the opportunity to train alongside experienced specialists and specialty teams before transitioning into our brand-new Dunwoody facility. This is more than a job. This is an opportunity to help build one of Georgia's premier specialty and emergency hospitals from the ground up.

Interested in Dogwood, But Not Dermatology?

We would still love to connect. As we continue expanding our specialty services, we anticipate future opportunities supporting:

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

If your interests lie elsewhere in specialty medicine, we encourage you to apply and discuss your career goals with our team.

Who Thrives in This Role?

You may be an ideal fit if you:

• 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

As a Veterinary Dermatology Technician, you will play a key role in helping patients find relief from chronic skin, ear, and allergy-related conditions while supporting advanced diagnostic workups and long-term treatment plans.

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

Candidates should be able to:

• 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

This position may involve exposure to:

• 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

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

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

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