Emergency Veterinary Technician / Assistant (Part-Time) b Overnights
Watkinsville
Emergency Veterinary Technician / Assistant (Part-Time) b Overnights
Part Time • Watkinsville
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Benefits:
- 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
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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.
About GVETS
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.
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.
About GVETS
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.
What You’ll Do
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
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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
 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
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Get in on the ground floor of a new hospital and shape its future
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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 letterÂ
Compensation: $12.00 - $17.00 per hour
About Georgia Veterinary Emergency and Triage Services
As the only dedicated overnight emergency vet near Athens, GA, we proudly serve Watkinsville, Oconee County, Clarke County, and surrounding areas with professionalism, urgency, and compassion. Our skilled team is equipped to manage life-threatening conditions, monitor patients throughout the night, and support both pet parents and referring veterinarians.
Our Mission
Our Mission
At Georgia Veterinary Emergency and Triage Services (GVETS), our mission is simple: to provide life-saving, compassionate emergency care when local veterinarians are closed. We are proud to be the only dedicated overnight veterinary emergency hospital in a 60-mile radius, serving pet owners and veterinary professionals across Athens, Watkinsville, Oconee County, and surrounding areas.
Meet Our Emergency Vet Care Team
At GVETS, our dedicated medical team brings skill, urgency, and compassion to every case. With specialized training in emergency and critical care, our doctors and veterinary staff are equipped to handle the most complex and time-sensitive situations — from trauma and surgery to pet toxicities and overnight monitoring.
We know that emergency visits are stressful for both pets and their people. That’s why our team focuses not only on expert treatment, but also on clear communication and calm reassurance — so you always know your pet is in capable, caring hands.
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