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.