Georgia Veterinary Emergency and Triage Services -GVETS
Location
Watkinsville, Georgia
Salary
$12 - $17 / HOUR
Perform triage, initial assessments, and hands-on nursing care for critical emergency veterinary patients. Assist veterinarians with diagnostics, surgical procedures, and provide compassionate communication and education to pet owners.
Licensed or Certified Veterinary Technicians are preferred, though experienced Veterinary Assistants are welcome. Candidates must have full availability for overnights, weekends, and holidays.
401(k) 401(k) matching Competitive salary Opportunity for advancement Training & development Emergency Veterinary Technician / Assistant b (Part-Time) Overnight, Weekend, Holidays
Schedule: Part-time, flexible shifts including overnights, weekends, and holidays; open 365 days a year
📍 Georgia Veterinary Emergency and Triage Services (GVETS) – Watkinsville, Georgia 🕒 Part-Time | Overnights, weekends, and holidays required , Location: Watkinsville, Georgia, Georgia Veterinary Emergency and Triage Services (GVETS), Watkinsville, Georgia Schedule: Overnights, Weekends & Holidays Required ( SEE BELOW) Welcome to GVETS!
Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and have a passion for helping pets and their families during emergencies?
Come join our team! GVETS is a new, high-tech emergency veterinary hospital, and this is your chance to get in on the ground floor. We are seeking skilled and motivated Emergency Veterinary Technicians and Assistants to provide top-quality care to pets, compassionate support to families, and be part of an amazing, supportive team. Plus, there’s plenty of room to grow as we expand—your career can grow with us from day one!
GVETS is rapidly expanding, and we are seeking dedicated, skilled and motivated Veterinary Technicians and Veterinary Assistants to join our growing emergency and triage team. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who value professionalism, high-quality medicine, and continuous skill development in a fast-paced environment. We offer a dynamic environment where professionalism, teamwork, and high-quality patient care are the foundation of everything we do.
GVETS is growing fast — and we want YOU to join our emergency team! If you’re passionate about animals, love fast-paced work, and want a career where every shift makes a real difference, this is your moment.
GVETS provides emergency and urgent veterinary care 365 days a year, including nights, weekends, and all major holidays. Our hospital features modern, high-tech diagnostic and treatment equipment, a collaborative team culture, and a strong commitment to delivering exceptional patient and client care.
Emergency & Critical Care: Perform triage and initial assessments on incoming emergency cases
Assist veterinarians with emergency examinations, diagnostics, and treatments
Provide hands-on nursing care for critical patients, including IV catheter placement, medication administration, and lab work
Assist with anesthesia, diagnostic imaging, surgical procedures, and CPR/emergency resuscitation
Monitor patients’ vital signs, pain levels, and response to therapy
Technical Skills: Place and maintain IV catheters, perform venipuncture, and collect lab samples
Operate diagnostic equipment (radiology, ultrasound, laboratory analyzers)
Assist with anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
Perform CPR and emergency resuscitation when required
Client Communication & Support: Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients regarding patient status and treatments
Provide emotional support during emergencies and critical care situations
Educate clients on discharge instructions, medication administration, and follow-up care
Hospital Operations: Maintain cleanliness and organization of treatment, ICU, and surgical areas
Ensure all equipment and supplies are stocked and in working order
Adhere to hospital safety, sanitation, and infection-control protocols
Accurately document patient records, treatments, and progress notes
What We’re Looking For: Experienced Veterinary Assistants are welcome
Licensed/Certified Veterinary Technicians (CVT, RVT, LVT) preferred
Previous experience in emergency or critical care strongly preferred
Ability to thrive in a high-energy, team-oriented environment
Excellent communication, teamwork, and multitasking skills
Willingness and desire to work part-time nights, weekends, and holidays
Strong technical skills in emergency and critical care medicine are desirable Hour Required-Please only apply if you can commit to these hours: Applicants NEED TO BE AVAILABLE ALL THESE HOURS Sunday to Friday from 12midnight to 8am Saturday and Sundays ALL Day/Night/OVER-Night Availability Holidays Shifts will Vary- You will not be required to work all these hours just have the full availability.
Why Join Us / What We Offer: Competitive pay based on experience
Be part of a dedicated, supportive, and amazing emergency veterinary team
Meaningful, rewarding work supporting pets and their families
Get in on the ground floor of a new hospital and shape its future
Plenty of room to grow and advance your career as the hospital expands
Training and growth opportunities in the veterinary field
Fun, fast-paced working environment
Daily interaction with pets in need
If you are passionate about emergency medicine and want to make a difference while being part of an amazing team with room to grow, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply now by sending your resume and a brief cover letter
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