Lead Veterinary Technician - Overnight Emergency

Veterinary Care and Specialty Group•Chattanooga, TN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Veterinary Care & Specialty Group (VCSG) is seeking a compassionate and skilled Lead Emergency Veterinary Technician to join their 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. The Lead Emergency and Critical Care Technician plays a vital role in delivering life-saving care, supporting board-certified criticalists, emergency clinicians, and specialists. This role requires a technician who thrives under pressure and desires to make a significant impact.

Requirements

2-3 years of nursing experience in a veterinary setting.
Proven experience in ER, Urgent Care, or Specialty/Referral practice required.
Skilled in venipuncture, IV catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, drug calculations, and other technical skills.
Strong medical math skills and experience with drug calculations.
Excellent communication and leadership skills.
Prior leadership experience preferred.
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

Guide the team through each shift, providing direction and guidance for optimal patient care and efficiency.
Delegate people and resources where they are needed most while supporting veterinarians and specialists.
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 and 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.
Monitor anesthesia, keeping detailed records of anesthetic procedures, what was used, how the patient responded, and any other events.
Ensure procedures run smoothly and respond to emergencies during procedures.
Partner with various department teams to plan and coordinate diagnostics and procedures for each patient.
Communicate with the team on patient status.
Advocate for the well-being and comfort of patients from admission to discharge.

Benefits

In-person didactic, hands-on, and virtual learning opportunities for training and growth.
Access to the latest equipment and technology.
Work alongside board-certified specialists across multiple disciplines.
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.