Veterinary Technician: Emergency

Posted:
2/11/2026, 4:56:31 AM

Location(s):
Georgia, United States ⋅ Gainesville, Georgia, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

We are currently looking to hire an Experienced Veterinary Technician to join our team at Animal Emergency Hospital of Gainesville in Gainesville, Georgia!

Location: 275 Pearl Nix Pkwy #3, Gainesville, GA 30501

Salary: $18-25 per hour, depending on licensure and experience

Schedule: Full time. Overnights, weekends, and holidays are required

Who We Are:

Animal Emergency Hospital of Gainesville provides urgent and critical care to pets in the Gainesville, GA community. Our collaborative, teaching-focused team works in a fast-paced ER environment with a steady caseload.

Technicians here play a hands-on role in triage, stabilization, anesthesia, and advanced diagnostics, supported by strong staffing ratios (2–4 techs per DVM) and modern equipment including in-house IDEXX labs, digital radiography, and ultrasound.

If you thrive in emergency medicine and enjoy a supportive, low-drama team culture, you’ll fit right in!

Who You Are:

  • Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) in Georgia is strongly preferred
  • 2 + years of veterinary clinical experience, as a veterinary technician or assistant
  • Prior emergency and critical care experience a plus
  • Passion for working with animals and their owners
  • Experience with proper animal handling and restraint
  • Solid understanding of animal behavior and healthcare
  • Understands the importance of excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Skilled in phlebotomy, IV catheter placement, applying casts, bandages and splints
  • Anesthesia monitoring and surgical experience including intubation, monitoring, pre-operative and post-operative care
  • Confident with medical math and drug calculations
  • Laboratory skills including cytology set-up and interpretation
  • Diagnostic experience including digital radiology, and ultrasound-guided cystocentesis
  • And all other duties of a Registered Veterinary Technician as allowable by law

What Makes Us Different 

  • Referral program – join our team, bring your friends, and get paid! 
  • Career development and advancement opportunities. 
  • Free monthly continuing education webinars- get paid to learn from home!


Learn more about us at: https://www.animalergainesville.com/  or: AmeriVet: Veterinary Partner Supporting Your Business

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At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.

Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

  • Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.

  • Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.

  • Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.

  • Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.

  • A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees. 

At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.