Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Experienced Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Assistant

Hamilton Ridge Animal Hospital – Buford, GA
Full-Time | Competitive Pay Based on Experience & Credentials | Benefits Available

Are you an experienced veterinary technician or assistant who enjoys being an important part of a small, close-knit team?

Hamilton Ridge Animal Hospital is looking for an experienced Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant to join our team in Buford.

Hamilton Ridge is part of Georgia Veterinary Associates (GVA), a privately owned veterinary group serving the North Metro Atlanta community. Unlike a large, multi-doctor hospital, Hamilton Ridge is a one-doctor practice, which creates a more personal environment for our clients, patients, and team.

Because our team is small, every person matters. We are looking for someone with solid veterinary experience who is confident in their skills, dependable, able to anticipate what needs to happen next, and willing to jump in wherever needed.

This is not an entry-level position. We are happy to consider either a credentialed veterinary technician or an experienced veterinary assistant with a strong technical background.

What You'll Do

Our technician/assistant works closely with our veterinarian throughout the day and plays an important role in virtually every aspect of patient care.

Responsibilities may include:

• Obtaining patient histories and assisting with appointments
• Patient restraint and low-stress handling
• Venipuncture and blood collection
• IV catheter placement
• Preparing and running in-house laboratory samples
• Digital radiography
• Pharmacy and medication preparation
• Preparing patients for surgery
• Surgical assisting and anesthesia monitoring
• Monitoring hospitalized and recovering patients
• Maintaining accurate medical records
• Communicating with clients regarding medications, treatments, discharge instructions, and follow-up care
• Maintaining treatment areas, surgical areas, equipment, and inventory
• Helping keep the hospital organized and the day running efficiently

And because we are a smaller hospital, everyone helps everyone. We are looking for someone who sees what needs to be done and takes initiative rather than waiting to be asked.

Who We're Looking For

We'd love to meet someone who:

• Has several years of hands-on veterinary experience
• Is confident with common veterinary technical skills
• Can work independently and use good judgment
• Is organized and able to anticipate the needs of the veterinarian and patients
• Communicates well with clients and coworkers
• Is comfortable working as part of a small team
• Is dependable and takes ownership of their responsibilities
• Maintains a calm, compassionate approach with patients
• Understands that excellent client service is just as important as excellent patient care
• Wants to find a practice where they can become an important, long-term member of the team

Credentialed Veterinary Technicians (RVT/LVT/CVT) are encouraged to apply, but credentialing is not required for candidates with significant veterinary assisting experience and demonstrated technical skills.

Experience with AVImark is a plus.

Our Schedule

Hamilton Ridge offers a schedule that is a little different from many veterinary hospitals.

We are closed on Wednesdays.

The hospital is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday until 1:00 PM.

Because Saturdays are part of our normal workweek, Saturday availability is required for this position.

For the right person, this schedule offers the benefit of a consistent weekday off while still having most of the weekend available after Saturday's half-day.

Compensation & Benefits

Expected pay range: $20–$27 per hour, depending on experience, technical skill level, and credentials.

Full-time employees are eligible for our benefits package, including applicable health and other employee benefits, paid time off, veterinary care benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Compensation within the range will reflect the candidate's experience and ability to perform technical duties independently.

Why Hamilton Ridge?

Hamilton Ridge is part of Georgia Veterinary Associates, a privately owned veterinary group.

That means we aren't a corporate hospital. Our decisions are made locally by people who work in our practices and understand our employees, clients, and patients.

Our smaller hospital environment also gives the right technician or assistant an opportunity to become a key member of the practice. You'll work closely with the doctor, get to know our clients and their pets, and have a direct impact on how the hospital operates.

Our core values are I CARE: Innovation, Care, Accountability, Respect, and Engage.

We're looking for someone who shares those values and wants more than just another veterinary job! We're looking for someone who wants to become an important part of our team.

If you're an experienced veterinary technician or assistant looking for a smaller practice where your skills, experience, and initiative will truly matter, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person