Licensed Veterinary Technician - Internal Medicine | No Weekends!

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center•Knoxville, TN

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) with a passion for Internal Medicine, Emergency, and Critical Care? Do you thrive in an environment where advanced diagnostics, complex case management, and collaboration with board-certified specialists are part of your everyday work? Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Knoxville—part of the Innovetive Petcare network—is seeking a highly skilled, detail-oriented LVT to join our Internal Medicine team. This role is ideal for technicians who want to work at the top of their license, expand their specialty skillset, and maintain exceptional work-life balance. Why This Opportunity Is Different Work directly with board-certified Internal Medicine specialists Manage complex, high-acuity medical cases No weekends Clear pathways for advanced specialty growth (VTS support) A hospital culture built around mentorship, learning, and clinical excellence Schedule & Work-Life Balance Full-Time | Four-Day Work Week Tuesday-Friday No weekends! As a key member of our Internal Medicine department, you'll work closely with our board-certified specialists and emergency team to provide advanced diagnostics and treatments for complex medical cases. About Animal Emergency & Specialty Center - Knoxville Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Knoxville is an AAHA Accredited, premier referral and emergency veterinary hospital. We have an emergency and critical care unit that is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We have a variety of board-certified surgeons and specialists at AESC who treat a wide range of veterinary orthopedic, oncology, thoracic, abdominal, and soft-tissue conditions. Our team includes over 20 compassionate and highly trained Licensed Veterinary Technicians, numerous veterinary assistants, other support staff, and supportive administration. We have the latest specialized surgery and diagnostic instrumentation and equipment including 16-slice CT scanner, Vivid iQ echocardiogram platform, digital radiology, ultrasound systems, fluoroscopy unity, endoscopy, high-def Storz tower with new laparoscopic equipment, Arthrex equipment, LigaSure, Autocon III, Storz Ho-YAG laser, Synthes locking plates, and ESF equipment. In 2026, we will be completing our 20,000-square-foot specialty expansion and we will be adding Neurology, Cardiology, and other specialists to our team, as well as a new MRI scanner, CT scanner, linear accelerator, IR suite with ceiling-mounted fluoroscopy, and surgical suites measuring at least 18' x 18'. Our hospital is a neighborhood and community partner that provides advanced diagnostics, evaluations, and care in an environment rooted in comfort and compassion. Hear more about working with us from our team at the Animal Emergency and Specialty Center of Knoxville! Animal Emergency and Specialty is a proud partner of Innovetive Petcare. Where we believe that you are the future of veterinary medicine. Cultivate, innovate, develop, and collaborate. Excellent pet care comes from exceptional teams. Equal Opportunity Employer Policy Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Knoxville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) in Tennessee or eligible for licensure
2-3 years of experience in Internal Medicine, Emergency, or Specialty practice
Strong technical proficiency in:
Anesthesia and patient monitoring
Diagnostic procedures and sample handling
Critical patient care
Excellent communication skills and a team-focused mindset
Advanced understanding of anesthesia protocols, monitoring equipment, and emergency response
Experience with a wide range of anesthesia agents and monitoring devices
Strong attention to detail and ability to function calmly in high-acuity situations
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
Capable of meeting the physical demands of specialty procedures and emergency situations

Nice To Haves

VTS (Internal Medicine or Emergency & Critical Care) or actively pursuing
Experience in specialty diagnostics and advanced case management
Demonstrated interest in continued professional growth and leadership
Familiarity with advanced surgical and procedural support (soft tissue, orthopedic exposure preferred)

Responsibilities

Assist with and support advanced diagnostic procedures, including:
Ultrasound-guided sampling
Endoscopy, cystoscopy, bronchoscopy
Bone marrow aspirates
Collect, process, and manage laboratory samples (blood, urine, CSF, etc.)
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot specialized diagnostic and medical equipment
Provide advanced monitoring for hospitalized and critical care patients
Support anesthesia induction, maintenance, and recovery
Administer medications, IV fluids, and therapeutic treatments with precision
Partner with veterinarians to support client education and case updates
Ensure continuity of care and detailed medical record documentation
Provide compassionate, empathetic support to patients and their families
Collaborate closely with Internal Medicine, ER, and ICU teams
Participate in case discussions and specialty rounds
Contribute to a culture of shared learning and clinical excellence