Mid-Shift Emergency Veterinary Technician
About The Position
Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Knoxville, part of the Innovetive Petcare network, is seeking exceptional Emergency Veterinary Technicians to join their ER team on a mid/swing shift. This opportunity is ideal for experienced professionals who want to work in a true emergency setting, sharpen advanced technical skills, and collaborate with specialty and ICU teams. The role involves high-acuity, fast-paced emergency medicine with strong collaboration with ICU, Internal Medicine, Surgery, and Oncology teams. They offer flexible full-time scheduling options and clear pathways for advanced skill development and credentialing. The culture values clinical excellence, autonomy, and teamwork.
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in Emergency, ICU, or high-volume General Practice
- Strong technical and nursing skills in fast-paced environments
- Ability to remain calm, focused, and effective under pressure
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Commitment to patient advocacy and gold-standard care
- Proficiency in emergency triage, stabilization, and monitoring
- Strong anesthesia and procedural support skills
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in dynamic ER settings
- Solid understanding of emergency pharmacology and protocols
- Ability to stand and work on your feet for extended periods
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
- Emotional resilience and adaptability in urgent care situations
Nice To Haves
- Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT, RVT, CVT)
- Emergency or Specialty hospital experience
- Interest in pursuing advanced training, licensure, or VTS (ECC)
Responsibilities
- Assist with emergency triage, stabilization, and urgent interventions
- Perform rapid patient assessments and initiate treatment protocols
- Support emergency procedures including CPR, oxygen therapy, and shock management
- Perform technical procedures including: IV catheter placement, blood draws and point-of-care diagnostics, radiographs, anesthesia induction and monitoring, and administering medications via IV, IM, SQ, and oral routes
- Assist with wound care, splinting, and emergency surgical prep
- Monitor ER patients throughout treatment and recovery
- Recognize and respond to changes in patient condition
- Provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care in high-stress situations
- Support veterinarians with client updates and discharge education
- Maintain detailed, accurate medical records
- Ensure continuity of care during patient transfers to ICU or specialty services
- Work closely with ER doctors, ICU, and specialty teams
- Participate in case discussions and handoffs
- Contribute to a positive, solution-oriented ER culture
Benefits
- Competitive Pay: $17.50–$24.00/hr based on experience
- $25+/hr negotiable for actively Licensed Veterinary Technicians with relevant ER/Specialty experience
- Shift differentials may apply for late-night hours
- CE allowance and conference opportunities
- Dedicated CE PTO
- Support for licensure and advanced skill development
- Career growth within the Innovetive Petcare network
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Life and disability insurance
- Employee pet care discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
