Veterinary Technician

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

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.