Veterinary Jobs in Atlanta, Georgia

Job Title: Veterinary Assistant Company: Location: Atlanta, GA Description: Position available for veterinary assistant. Minimum 6 months experience in the veterinary field is required. We are a six day a week facility. The hospital is located in the Northlake/Toco Hills area.We strive to provide excellent care to our devoted clientele. Applicants must be dependable, punctual, outgoing, have good communication skills, and work well with team members. Weekend hours are required. Only those persons with the above skills will be considered for the positions. Others need not apply. Please Fax resume to Register to View or email.

Job Title: Veterinary Pathologist Company: Emory University Location: Atlanta, GA Description: The Yerkes National Primate Research Center, Emory University, has an opening for a Veterinary Pathologist in the Division of Pathology. Minimum qualifications include a DVM or equivalent degree and ACVP board certification or eligibility. Prior experience with diseases and pathology of nonhuman primates is a highly desirable asset. Primary responsibilities include providing a diagnostic pathology service to the Center, both in support of the clinical care of the nonhuman primate colony and in support of a variety of ongoing research projects. The successful applicant will collaborate in the support of ongoing research. The successful applicant will also be expected to participate in teaching laboratory animal and primate pathology as well as develop an externally funded research program within 3 years of hire. Salary is negotiable, based on the applicants' experience. The Yerkes Center maintains a colony of approximately 3,000 nonhuman primates which includes macaques, mangabey monkeys, squirrel monkeys, cebus monkeys and chimpanzees. A rodent vivarium is also located on site. Research programs at the Center include infectious diseases and vaccine development (AIDS, malaria and others), neuroscience, vision research and psychobiology. Additional Job Details Interested individuals should send a letter indicating their experience and research interests, curriculum vitae, and the names of three individuals who may be contacted for references to: Francois Villinger, DVM, PhD, Associate Director, Division of Pathology, Yerkes National Primate Research Center, Emory University, Atlanta, GA 30322.NOTE: PLEASE DO NOT APPLY ONLINE FOR THIS POSITION. APPLY DIRECTLY TO THE DEPARTMENT USING THE INFORMATION PROVIDED ABOVE. This position involves: Involve working with human blood, body fluids, tissues, or other potentially infectious materials. Involve working with nonhuman primates (nhp), nhp tissue, body fluids or equipment contaminated by nhp. Involve working with animals. Not Applicable View all "Emory University" jobs

Job Title: Animal Care Technician I Company: Emory University Location: Atlanta, GA Description: JOB DESCRIPTION: Performs routine duties associated with animal care in a research setting. Prepares food and feeds animals, maintains sanitary conditions, observes animal conditions and behavior, and collects animal specimens. May assist in animal restraint, maintaining animal housing and minor cage maintenance. Performs related responsibilities as required. Employees in this classification may be required to work with, take specific precautions against and/or be immunized against potentially hazardous agents.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A high school diploma or equivalent and one year of animal husbandry or related animal care experience OR two years of animal husbandry experience in a laboratory animal facility. The ability to lift up to 75 pounds. Positions in this classification may require a valid Georgia driver's license and an insurable driving record. Preferred Qualifications Laboratory animal care expereience This position involves: Not Applicable View all "Emory University" jobs

Job Title: KENNEL POSITION/DOGGY DAYCARE---AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY Company: Location: Atlanta, GA Description: Unleashed Doggy Daycare is now hiring for a kennel position. This full time position will be filled by a self motavied, muti-tasking individual that loves dogs, and can work a flexible schedule. MUST be able to work weekends and most major holidays. Must be able to work in a VERY fast-paced environment. Previous Vet or Kennel Experience is a plus!!!! Please apply in person or fax resume to : Unleashed Doggy Daycare 10950 State Bridge Road Johns Creek, GA 30022 Fax Register to View

Job Title: Animal Care Technician II Company: Emory University Location: Atlanta, GA Description: JOB DESCRIPTION: Performs routine and specialized duties associated with animal care, including feeding, medicating, cleaning, restraint and transportation. Maintains adequate inventory of necessary supplies and equipment. Observes animal behavior and conditions, collects specimens and provides technical assistance to research and veterinary personnel. Performs minor repairs and maintains animal housing facility. May train and supervise new technicians. May drive utility vehicles to transport animals and supplies, ensuring safe operation, daily inspection and vehicle cleanliness. Performs related responsibilities as required. Employees in this classification may be required to work with, take specific precautions against and/or be immunized against potentially hazardous agents.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A high school diploma or equivalent and two years of animal husbandry/care experience OR certification as Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) and two years of animal husbandry/care experience OR four years of animal husbandry/care experience. The ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Positions within this classification may require a valid Georgia driver's license and an insurable driving record. Positions in this classification may require three years of transportation and routing experience in lieu of animal husbandry/care experience. DATE CREATED/MODIFIED/REVIEWED: 6/26/08 GG Preferred Qualifications This is a standing requisition to recruit a qualified pool of applicants. It does not indicate that we currently have an open position with our division. Please apply if you have interest in laboratory animal care and you will be considered when we have a position open. This position involves: Not Applicable View all "Emory University" jobs

Job Title: Kennel Tech / Customer Service Company: Location: Atlanta, GA Description: We are looking for highly energetic individuals with positive attitude for fast paced working enviroment. The right candidate should be able to lift 75 lbs., multi-task, follow direction well , be a team player and be able to handle large breed dogs. Responsibilities include but not limited to animal care, cleaning and maintenance. This position could be full or part time. Interested individuals please fax resume to Register to View .

Job Title: now hiring all breed dog groomer ! Company: Location: Atlanta, GA Description: We are looking for experienced, punctual, and friendly professional groomer at Puddle of pooch ! Please contact us at Register to View

Job Title: Associate Veterinarian Company: Banfield The Pet Hospital Location: Atlanta, GA Description: Associate Veterinarian Location: Georgia, Atlanta Job Code: PRNG077-10 # of openings: 1 Hospital: 1571 Description SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE AND FUNCTION The primary purpose and function of the Associate Doctor is to ensure the highest quality of veterinary care and client education. The Associate Doctor mentors an effective and productive veterinary medical team, advocates for Pets, educates clients on all aspects of Pet health, ensures a safe and effective hospital environment, and improves both the medical quality and business performance of the hospital. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS · Operate an effective and productive veterinary medical team, advocating for Pets, educating clients on all aspects of Pet health, ensuring a safe and effective hospital environment, and improving both the medical quality and business performance of the hospital. · Follow the Cycle of Service and communicate with the other team members to maintain the flow of patients to maximize quality medical care and productivity. · Ensure the safety of Pets, clients and team members by utilizing safe restraining techniques, following standard protocols, and maintaining clean, sterile and organized treatment areas, exam rooms and labs. · Diagnose, treat and control diseases and injuries in Pets; perform surgery on Pets; prescribe and administer drugs and vaccines as appropriate. · Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans, preventive care, Pet health needs, any diagnosis or treatment, hospital services and other related information. Coach paraprofessional team to provide such education as well. · Ensure patient satisfaction to expand patient base through client referrals. · Obtain relevant information and history from clients, and maintain proper and complete medical records. · Provide professional, efficient and exceptional service including prescribing and administering preventive care for the wellness needs of Pets and diagnosing and treating diseases and injuries of Pets.  · Effectively communicates diagnosis and treatment plan to veterinary medical team and client. · Create a positive professional relationship with PetSmart associates and customers. · Foster effective communication between team members, field leadership and Central Team Support. · Fully utilize all practice systems (including protocols and medical records) to protect license and improve quality of life for team members, clients, and patients. · Ensure all practice policies, protocols and quality assurance guidelines and local, state and federal laws are followed, including proper maintenance of the controlled substance inventory log. · Clearly understand and deliver Banfield medical standards and ethical practices and ensure hospital team members have been educated and practice within these guidelines. · Understand and follow state guidelines regarding duties of veterinary assistants and licensed veterinary technicians. · Continuously strengthen and build the Banfield brand. · Other job duties as assigned. HIRING QUALIFICATIONS CAPABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE (CAN DO) · Ability to multi-task - Manages multiple tasks at one time; quickly and accurately shifts attention among multiple tasks under distracting conditions without loss of accuracy or appearance of frustration. · Communication skills - Reads, writes and speaks fluent English, using appropriate grammar, style and vocabulary. Correctly spells commonly used English words and job specific terms. Demonstrates exceptionally strong written and verbal communication skills. · Organizational ability – Demonstrates a systematic approach in carrying out assignments. Is very orderly and excels at cutting through confusion and turning chaos into order.  · Surgical skills – Proven ability to perform all basic surgeries, including use of all standard medical instruments and equipment. · Problem solving skills - Demonstrates a strong ability to identify, analyze and solve problems. Unusually decisive in handling difficult problems. Translates problems into practical solutions. · Client service skills - Consistently ensures the team provides the client with attentive, courteous and informative service. Gains and shows personal satisfaction from delivering great service. · Intellectual ability - Accurately and consistently follows instructions delivered in an oral, written or diagram format. Can provide directions. · Compassionate commitment to Pet care – Ensures hospital teams confidently present Pet treatment recommendations and associated fees as an advocate for the Pet, gaining the client’s agreement to proceed with the treatment most appropriate to the Pet’s current condition and long term health. Act as an advocate for the Pet. · Mathematical ability - Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and to compute rate, ratio and percent; ability to convert units of measurement. · Computer skills - Comfortably and confidently uses a computer and specialized software. Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, etc. · Management ability – Effectively enforces policies. Achieves high productive output while maintaining high morale. Encourages efforts toward common goals. Understands and utilizes a coaching/counseling philosophy for performance management. ATTITUDES (WILL DO) · Initiative – shows willingness and aptitude to use own discretion in taking appropriate steps in finding solutions to problems; presents options and ideas to enhance current processes or procedures. Takes on additional responsibility when both big and small tasks need to be done. · Integrity – Firmly adheres to the values and ethics of Banfield, The Pet Hospital. Exhibits honesty, discretion, and sound judgment. · Cooperativeness – Willing to work with others, collaborating and compromising where necessary; promptly share relevant information with others. · Flexibility – Is open to changing situations and opportunities and is willing to perform all tasks assigned. · Independence – Able and willing to perform tasks and duties without supervision. · Tolerance for Stress / Resiliency – Maintains a positive “can do” outlook, rebounds quickly from frustrations and unpleasantness, and maintains composure and friendly demeanor while dealing with stressful situations. SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS · Ability to be confident around Pets (i.e., dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, etc.) · Client needs and work volume may often require more than 40 hours per week to complete essential duties of this job. This position requires special hours including working weekends and evenings. · Must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties proficiently. · The noise level in the work environment is moderately high. · Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form and to solve problems involving several variables. · Requires sufficient ambulatory skills in order to perform duties while at hospital. · Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds. · Requires good hand-eye coordination, finger-hand-arm dexterity with the ability to reach and grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment. · Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. · Associate is routinely exposed to a variety of Pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards and medication/controlled substances. · Minimal travel required, possibly for vendor visits and associate education. EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING · Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD.) or equivalent degree required. · License in good standing with the applicable state veterinary board. · License with the Drug Enforcement Ag

Job Title: Kennel techs - busy midtown doggy daycare seeks pt self-motivated... Company: Location: Atlanta, ga Description: KENNEL TECHS - Busy Midtown doggy daycare seeks PT self-motivated individuals. Some experience req. Weekends & holidays a must. Fax or email resume to Register to View email: Register to View Status: Part-time • Location: Atlanta • Post ID: 5158776

Job Title: Associate Veterinarian Company: Winters Chapel and Companion Animal Hospitals Location: Atlanta, GA Description: Long established small animal 2-location practice in northern suburbs of Atlanta is seeking full time associate with interest in ultrasound. Ability to speak Spanish a plus. Salary Commensurate with experience plus benefits.