Veterinary Technician - Overnight Emergency
About The Position
VCSG is looking for compassionate, skilled Emergency Veterinary Technicians to join our Overnight Emergency team! Veterinary Care & Specialty Group (VCSG) is Chattanooga’s largest multi-specialty and emergency hospital, where compassionate care meets cutting-edge medicine. At VCSG, we are committed to providing exceptional specialty and emergency care while fostering a supportive and collaborative team environment. We believe that excellence in patient care starts with a workplace where professionals feel valued, empowered, and inspired to grow — because when our team thrives, so do our patients. Our exceptional team of licensed veterinary technicians are the heart of VCSG. Our Emergency and Critical Care technicians play a vital role in delivering life-saving care. They support our board-certified criticalists, emergency clinicians, and specialists across all departments. As we grow, we’re seeking top-tier technicians who thrive under pressure and want to make a real impact.
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, must be thorough in your 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
- Use your skills to perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and medication administration via all routes. You'll be delivering compassionate and meticulous care in high-pressure situations.
- Monitor patients at risk for cardiac and respiratory arrest and will initiate CPR as needed.
- Perform patient assessments using various monitoring techniques and communicating with pet owners about their pet's history.
- Be hands-on using various diagnostics, including radiology, obtaining and handling patient samples, and performing tests in our in-house laboratory.
- Keep detailed records of the anesthetic procedures — what was used, how the patient responded, and any other events along the way. During procedures, you’re ensuring everything’s running like clockwork. If anything seems off, you’re quick on your feet and ready to respond to emergencies.
- Partner with our various department teams to plan and coordinate anesthesia protocols for each patient, while communicating with the team on patient status.
- Advocate for the well-being and comfort of patients from the moment they arrive until they are discharged.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay and 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
