Veterinary Technician - Emergency and Critical Care (ECC)

Now Hiring for Our New Specialty and Emergency Hospital Opening October 2026 Address: 4500 N Shallowford Rd, Dunwoody, GA 30338 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, Georgia, scheduled to open in October 2026. We are actively building our founding Emergency and Critical Care (ECC) team and seeking experienced Veterinary Technicians, Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVTs), Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs), and highly skilled Veterinary Assistants with backgrounds in:  Emergency Medicine   Critical Care   Intensive Care Unit (ICU)   Specialty Medicine   Surgery and Anesthesia   High-Volume General Practice  Selected candidates will begin onboarding and training at our established Marietta hospital beginning September 2026, providing the opportunity to work alongside experienced emergency clinicians, specialists, and critical care 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. Emergency and Critical Care is where medicine moves fast, teamwork matters, and skilled technicians make a life-saving difference every day. This role is ideal for veterinary professionals who:  Thrive in fast-paced, high-acuity environments   Enjoy problem-solving and critical thinking   Excel during emergencies and urgent situations   Have strong nursing and technical skills   Want to work alongside specialists and emergency clinicians   Are interested in pursuing advanced training or a future VTS in Emergency and Critical Care If you enjoy managing complex cases, monitoring critically ill patients, and practicing at the top of your skillset, this opportunity was built for you. Emergency Technician Responsibilities As an Emergency and Critical Care Veterinary Technician, you will play a critical role in supporting emergency presentations, hospitalized patients, and ICU-level care.  Assist with emergency patient intake and triage   Obtain patient histories and assess presenting concerns   Support stabilization of critically ill and injured patients   Assist veterinarians during emergency procedures and treatments   Prepare patients for diagnostics, surgery, or specialty consultations   Provide compassionate support to clients during stressful situations   Monitor hospitalized and ICU patients   Perform ongoing patient assessments and nursing care   Administer medications, fluids, blood products, and treatments as directed   Monitor pain levels and patient comfort   Recognize changes in patient condition and communicate findings promptly   Maintain accurate treatment sheets and medical records   Venipuncture and blood collection   Intravenous catheter placement   Sample collection and laboratory processing   Diagnostic imaging support   Fluid therapy management   ECG monitoring   Oxygen therapy management   Advanced patient monitoring   Assist with emergency surgeries and urgent procedures   Support anesthesia induction and monitoring when needed   Assist with patient recovery and post-procedural care   Prepare equipment and treatment areas for emergency interventions   Collaborate with Emergency Doctors, Criticalists, Specialists, and support staff   Partner closely with Surgery, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Oncology, Cardiology, and Diagnostic Imaging teams   Support continuity of care across departments   Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture  Who We're Looking For Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Team members should be able to:  Stand and walk for extended periods throughout a shift   Frequently bend, kneel, reach, and lift patients or equipment   Safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds independently and more with assistance   Perform physical patient restraint and handling   Work in a fast-paced emergency and critical care environment   Work around animal dander, fur, saliva, cleaning products, disinfectants, medical gases, and other veterinary-related substances   Communicate effectively with clients and team members in stressful situations  2+ years of veterinary experience preferred  Experience in one or more of the following:  Emergency Veterinary Hospital   Specialty Veterinary Hospital   Intensive Care Unit (ICU)   Urgent Care   High-Volume General Practice   Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)   Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)   Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)   RECOVER CPR Certification   Emergency, ICU, or Critical Care experience   Experience with advanced monitoring equipment   Strong anesthesia and patient care skills  Candidates should demonstrate confidence and competency in:  Venipuncture and blood collection   IV catheter placement   Laboratory diagnostics and sample processing   Patient restraint and handling   Hospitalized patient monitoring   Treatment administration   Fluid therapy   Medical record documentation   Client communication and education   Emergency patient stabilization Why Join Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency? Continuing Education and Professional Development At Dogwood, we believe exceptional medicine starts with exceptional technicians. $3,000 Annual Continuing Education Allowance 2 Paid Continuing Education Days  Advanced specialty training opportunities   Exposure to complex emergency and referral-level cases   Mentorship from experienced emergency clinicians and specialists   Support for specialty certifications and professional growth  If becoming a Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) is one of your goals, we want to help you get there. We proudly support credentialed veterinary technicians through our HeadStart Program. Eligible Licensed Veterinary Technicians may qualify for:  Student loan repayment assistance   Support for newly credentialed technicians   Professional development resources   Career growth opportunities within specialty and emergency medicine  To qualify, technicians must:  Graduate from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology Program   Pass the VTNE   Obtain licensure within the previous three years  Additional support includes:  Licensure reimbursement   License renewal assistance   Continuing education support   Professional development opportunities   Competitive compensation based on experience and skillset   Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance   401(k) with Company Match   Life Insurance   Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage   Paid Time Off (PTO)   Paid Holidays   Employee Assistance Program (EAP)   Calm Health Wellness Resources   Mental health and wellbeing support programs   Rocket Lawyer legal benefits for you and your immediate family   Employee Pet Care Discounts   Professional Membership Support   Access to a growing network of emergency, specialty, urgent care, and general practice hospitals  Our mission is simple: Deliver exceptional specialty and emergency care while creating an environment where veterinary professionals can grow, develop, and practice at the highest level. We are committed to:  Advanced medicine   Clinical excellence   Collaborative teamwork   Continuous learning   Technician empowerment   Professional growth  We don't simply utilize technicians. We invest in them. If you're searching for: Emergency Veterinary Technician Jobs in Georgia Critical Care Veterinary Technician Jobs ICU Veterinary Technician Careers Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Jobs Licensed Veterinary Technician Jobs in Atlanta Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS ECC) Career Opportunities Emergency Veterinary Assistant Jobs Specialty and Emergency Veterinary Careers ...we want to connect with you. Join Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency and help launch the next generation of specialty and emergency medicine in Dunwoody, Georgia. About Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency - Dunwoody Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency strives to be at the forefront of veterinary emergency and specialty medicine, to offer the most effective diagnostics, and treatment options for each of our patients. We are also committed to the veterinary profession, in partnering with veterinarians and advancing the practice of veterinary medicine. Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency is a proud partner of Innovetive Petcare. Where we believe that you are the future of veterinary medicine. Cultivate, innovate, develop, and collaborate. Excellent pet care comes from exceptional teams.  Equal Opportunity Employer Policy Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify.  We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.