Licensed Veterinary Technician - Surgery

Department: Veterinary TechniciansLocation: Dunwoody, Georgia Compensation: $18.00 - $38.00 / hour Description Help Build the Future of Dogwood Surgery Across Marietta and Dunwoody Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency is growing and we’re building our Surgery team across multiple locations. We’re seeking an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician who will support our established Marietta hospital while also helping launch and grow our new Dunwoody hospital, opening October 2026. This is a hybrid, multi-location opportunity. The successful candidate will need to be comfortable traveling between locations based on hospital needs, surgical schedules, and team coverage. 📍 Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency – Marietta 1234 Powers Ferry Rd, Marietta, GA 📍 Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency – Dunwoody 4500 N Shallowford Rd, Dunwoody, GA 30338 Help Build Something New Dogwood’s Marietta hospital provides a strong foundation in specialty and emergency medicine. As we expand into Dunwoody, we’re creating opportunities for experienced technicians to contribute at both locations and help establish new specialty services from the ground up. Selected team members will have opportunities to train alongside the Marietta team before supporting the transition into Dunwoody. Want to see the hospital come together? Follow our progress, construction updates, and behind-the-scenes videos on Instagram: Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency on Instagram What You'll Do As a Surgical Veterinary Technician, you'll play an important role in developing our upcoming surgery service and supporting advanced specialty procedures. You'll have opportunities to:Prepare patients for specialty surgery and advanced proceduresSupport surgeons throughout the surgical processMaintain sterile technique and surgical suite readinessProvide advanced surgical nursing and patient monitoringPerform anesthesia induction, maintenance, and recoveryMonitor ECG, pulse oximetry, capnography, blood pressure, temperature, and other parametersSupport high-risk anesthesia cases and ventilated patientsRecognize and respond to anesthetic changes in real timeAdminister medications and treatmentsMonitor hospitalized and postoperative patientsMaintain accurate anesthesia and treatment recordsCollaborate closely with surgeons, specialists, emergency clinicians, and nursing teams What We’re Looking For This opportunity is designed for a credentialed veterinary technician who is ready to bring strong technical skills into a specialty environment. You may be a great fit if you have:2+ years of veterinary clinical experienceExperience in surgery, anesthesia, specialty, emergency, or high-volume practiceStrong surgical nursing and anesthesia monitoring skillsExperience with advanced monitoring equipmentConfidence managing patients in a fast-paced surgical environmentStrong attention to detail and commitment to patient safetyExcellent communication and teamwork skillsA desire to continue developing your technical expertiseLVT credentials are required for this opportunity. Experience with orthopedic or specialty surgery, advanced anesthesia, or surgical nursing is highly valued. RECOVER CPR certification is a plus. Physical & Work Environment This is an active specialty hospital environment. Team members should be comfortable:Standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and reaching throughout the workdayLifting and assisting with patients weighing up to 50 pounds, with assistance when appropriateSafely handling patients of varying sizes, temperaments, and medical conditionsPerforming hands-on technical procedures requiring manual dexterityWorking in a fast-paced surgical environmentThe role may involve exposure to animal dander, cleaning and disinfecting products, medical odors, and other conditions associated with veterinary patient care. What We Offer Build Your Specialty Career at Dogwood At Dogwood, technicians are an important part of the medical team — and we're committed to giving you the tools and mentorship to grow. You'll have access to:Generous annual CE allowance2 paid CE daysMentorship from experienced specialists and surgeonsExposure to advanced referral-level procedures and complex casesSupport for specialty certifications and advanced trainingOpportunities to pursue VTS Surgery or Anesthesia and AnalgesiaCareer development and leadership opportunitiesIf becoming a Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) is part of your long-term career plan, we'll support you in getting there. Full-Time Benefits Health and Financial BenefitsMedical, Dental, and Vision Insurance401(k) with Company MatchLife InsuranceShort-Term and Long-Term DisabilityPaid Time Off and Paid HolidaysWellness and SupportEmployee Assistance ProgramCalm Health wellness resourcesMental health and wellbeing supportAdditional BenefitsEmployee Pet Care DiscountsRocket Lawyer Legal BenefitsProfessional Membership SupportWhy Dogwood Dunwoody? This is your opportunity to join a brand-new specialty and emergency hospital before the doors open and help shape how our surgery service operates from the beginning. You'll have the resources of an established specialty hospital, the opportunity to learn alongside experienced clinicians, and a team invested in clinical excellence, advanced medicine, technician development, and exceptional patient care. Two hospitals. One growing specialty team. Joining Dogwood now means becoming part of an established specialty hospital in Marietta while helping shape the next chapter of specialty medicine in Dunwoody. If you’re an experienced LVT with a passion for surgery, anesthesia, and advanced patient care and you’re excited by the opportunity to contribute across both locations, we’d love to meet you.