Surgery Veterinary Technician or Assistant, AVSE

Alpharetta Veterinary Specialty + Emergency in Alpharetta is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant or Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our outstanding Surgery team!

Available Sign-On Bonus Structures up to $1500 for LVTs and $750 for Experienced Assistant Candidates!

Compensation: $22 - $28 per hour, based on experience and certifications.

Schedule Requirements: Full-time, Monday - Thursday, 7am - 5pm. Occasional extended hours as needed, based on case load. 

Full-Time Benefits:

• CE Allowance
• Uniform Allowance
• Paid Time Off
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Employee Pet Discount
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Professional Development Assistance, with Penn Foster Scholarship Opportunities available! 
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• And more!

AVSE is proud to offer a strong team environment that shows our appreciation by supporting you with extra hands, workplace wellness benefits, tuition reimbursement with a possibility of scholarships, fresh meals for each holiday shift, and more!

About You:

You are passionate about patient care and thrive in a collaborative surgical environment. You value teamwork, communication, and creating a positive, supportive hospital culture. You are detail-oriented, adaptable, and eager to continue growing your clinical skills.

Experience in anesthesia is highly desired for this role—but not required. We’re happy to support learning and development for the right candidate!

What You’ll Do:

• Assist with surgical procedures and patient preparation
• Provide compassionate nursing care and patient monitoring
• Take vital signs, collect samples, and assist with diagnostics
• Administer medications and maintain accurate medical records
• Perform proper animal restraint and handling
• Assist with catheter placement, phlebotomy, and radiology
• Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant hospital environment
• Support the surgical team with efficiency and attention to detail

Requirements:

• Minimum 1+ year of experience in a veterinary setting (preferred)
• Active veterinary technician license required for LVTs, with proficiency in anesthesia monitoring, drug calculations, and surgical support preferred and strong technical skills including catheter placement, phlebotomy, and radiology
• Working knowledge of patient care, restraint, and basic procedures, with a willingness to learn and grow in a surgical environment
• Ability to work around anesthetic gases, chemicals, and zoonotic diseases. Comfortable working with animals, including those who are sick or stressed. Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs
• Strong communication and teamwork skills. 
• Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus.
• Flexibility to support occasional schedule adjustments

Who We Are: 

AVSE is a brand new 20,500-square-foot facility that houses ER, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Oncology, and Neurology. Together, we will strive to deliver advanced medical treatment to our patients, compassionate and transparent communication to their families, and a collaborative workspace where staff well-being matters. Under the direction of our highly experienced Medical Director, and with the back-end business support of Ethos Veterinary Health, AVSE has been a welcome addition to the patients and families of Alpharetta and the surrounding communities!

Our hospital includes: Four well-equipped surgical suites, dedicated canine and feline ICU wards, CUBEX mini units, dedicated isolation wards, CT, MRI, Fluoroscopy, Ultrasound, Endoscopy, Digital Radiology, 10 exam rooms, EzyVet with Smart flow patient management system, and ample office and conference room space.

Are you ready to join a team of passionate professionals dedicated to providing exceptional care to our furry friends? Don't miss this opportunity to join our team and make a real difference in the lives of pets and their families. Apply today and unleash your potential at Alpharetta Veterinary Specialty + Emergency!

Please visit our website to see more about our hospital at www.alpharettavets.com/

Alpharetta, GA

Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.

Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, Ethos provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
 
Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.