Veterinary Emergency Technician (LVT Preferred) - New Location Coming Soon
Full TimeJob Overview
Elevate Your Career in Emergency Veterinary Medicine
Dogwood Veterinary Specialty & Emergency is expanding to the Atlanta (Dunwoody), GA area in 2026, and we are seeking an experienced Veterinary Emergency Technician to join our growing ER team.
This is a high-acuity, non-entry-level role designed for technicians who thrive in fast-paced emergency environments, rapid triage, and critical patient stabilization. You’ll work alongside emergency clinicians and specialty teams, managing a wide variety of urgent and life-threatening cases.
If you’re energized by unpredictable caseloads, hands-on procedures, and making an immediate impact, this is your opportunity to be part of something exceptional from the ground up.
Dogwood is a leading referral-level specialty and emergency hospital, known for delivering advanced care in:
- Emergency & Critical Care
- Specialty Surgery & Internal Medicine
- Advanced Anesthesia & Monitoring
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Complex Medical & Surgical Cases
Our Dunwoody location will bring this same level of excellence to the greater Atlanta veterinary community.
Opening 2026 | Hiring Timeline: Spring–Summer 2026
Emergency Technician Responsibilities
As a Veterinary Emergency Technician, you will play a critical role in triage, stabilization, and treatment of emergent cases.
Triage & Patient Intake
- Perform rapid triage assessments of incoming patients
- Identify and prioritize life-threatening conditions
- Obtain accurate patient histories and relay critical information to clinicians
- Ensure efficient patient flow through the ER
Emergency Care & Stabilization
- Assist in stabilization of:
- Trauma cases
- Respiratory distress
- Toxicities
- Shock and critical illness
- Perform:
- Venipuncture and catheter placement
- Fluid therapy initiation
- Emergency medication administration
- Support urgent procedures and diagnostics
Procedural & Anesthesia Support
- Assist with sedation and anesthesia for emergency procedures
- Monitor patients using:
- ECG, pulse oximetry, capnography
- Blood pressure monitoring
- Prepare patients for surgery or ICU transfer
Emergency Response
- Assist in CPR and code events (RECOVER guidelines preferred)
- Respond rapidly and effectively to emergency situations
- Maintain composure and efficiency under pressure
Team Collaboration
- Work closely with:
- Emergency clinicians
- ICU and specialty teams
- Ensure seamless case handoff and continuity of care
- Communicate clearly in fast-paced, high-pressure situations
Clinical Excellence
- Maintain accurate, detailed medical records
- Ensure compliance with ER protocols and safety standards
- Maintain treatment areas, crash carts, and emergency equipment
- Support a highly organized and efficient ER workflow
Who We're Looking For
Required Experience
- 2+ years of experience in:
- Emergency, ICU, or high-volume veterinary practice
- Strong background in:
- Patient handling and clinical nursing skills
- Experience with:
- Venipuncture, catheter placement, and emergency procedures
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, unpredictable environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credentials (highly valued, not required)
Prior experience in:
- Emergency or specialty hospital setting
- Familiarity with:
- Triage protocols and emergency workflows
- RECOVER CPR certification
- Advanced training in ECC or anesthesia
Who Thrives in This Role
You are:
- Calm, quick-thinking, and decisive under pressure
- Highly adaptable and energized by fast-paced environments
- Skilled in prioritization and multitasking
- A strong communicator and team player
- Motivated to grow in a high-acuity specialty setting