Lead Veterinary Technician - Overnight Emergency

EVG Specialty Network•Chattanooga, TN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Veterinary Care & Specialty Group (VCSG) is seeking compassionate and skilled Emergency Veterinary Technicians to join our Overnight Emergency team. VCSG is Chattanooga’s largest multi-specialty and emergency hospital, dedicated to providing exceptional specialty and emergency care in a supportive and collaborative environment. We are looking for top-tier technicians who thrive under pressure and want to make a real impact in delivering life-saving care, supporting board-certified criticalists, emergency clinicians, and specialists across all departments.

Requirements

1-2 years of nursing experience in a veterinary setting.
Proven experience in ER, Urgent Care, or Specialty/Referral practice preferred.
Skilled in venipuncture, IV catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, drug calculations, and other technical skills.
Strong medical math skills and experience with drug calculations.
Attention to detail, thoroughness in work, with a focus on accuracy, especially in critical moments.
Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
Must be available for a full-time schedule (36+ hours per week).

Nice To Haves

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) or equivalent certification.

Responsibilities

Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and medication administration via all routes.
Deliver compassionate and meticulous care in high-pressure situations.
Monitor patients at risk for cardiac and respiratory arrest and initiate CPR as needed.
Perform patient assessments using various monitoring techniques.
Communicate with pet owners about their pet's history.
Utilize various diagnostics, including radiology, obtaining and handling patient samples, and performing tests in the in-house laboratory.
Keep detailed records of anesthetic procedures, including what was used, patient response, and any other events.
Ensure anesthesia procedures run smoothly and respond to emergencies.
Partner with various department teams to plan and coordinate anesthesia protocols.
Communicate patient status with the team.
Advocate for the well-being and comfort of patients from admission to discharge.

Benefits

Commitment to training and growth with in-person didactic, hands-on, and virtual learning.
Opportunity to use the latest equipment and technology alongside board-certified specialists.
Supportive environment fostering personal and professional development.
Competitive hourly pay.
Shift differentials for nights and weekends.
Free Employee Assistance Program with mental health & financial wellness resources.
Generous employee pet care discount.
Opportunities for continuing education, including allowance and additional paid time off.
Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance.
120 hours annual paid time off and floating holiday time.