Emergency Veterinary Technician

Innovetive PetCare; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CE allowance

Educational opportunities

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Employee pet care discounts

Job summary

Innovetive Petcare's Animal Emergency & Specialty Center in Knoxville seeks an experienced Emergency Veterinary Technician to join our ER team. You’ll work closely with veterinarians, ICU and specialty staff to stabilize patients and deliver high-quality care in a fast-paced setting.

The role emphasizes hands-on procedures, rapid triage, anesthesia support, accurate record-keeping, and compassionate client communication.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Emergency, ICU, or high-volume General Practice.
• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT, RVT, CVT).
• Strong anesthesia and procedural support skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in dynamic ER settings.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist with emergency triage, stabilization, and urgent interventions.
• Perform rapid patient assessments and initiate treatment protocols.
• Administer medications via IV, IM, SQ, and oral routes.
• Maintain detailed, accurate medical records and client updates.
• Support veterinarians with case discussions and handoffs.

Skills

Emergency/ICU experience

Calm under pressure

Teamwork and communication

Multitasking in ER

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT/RVT/CVT)

Tools

IV catheter placement

Anesthesia monitoring

Radiographs

Job description

Emergency Veterinary Technician

Department: Veterinary Technicians

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Knoxville, Tennessee

Compensation: $18.00 - $32.00 / hour

Description

Emergency Veterinary Technician

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center | Knoxville, TN

Full-Time | Flexible Mid/Swing Shifts | $18-$32/hour

Are you an experienced Veterinary Technician who thrives in fast-paced, high-acuity emergency medicine? Are you confident placing IV catheters, monitoring anesthesia, stabilizing critical patients, and thinking on your feet when every second counts?

At Animal Emergency & Specialty Center (AESC) of Knoxville, we're looking for skilled, confident Emergency Veterinary Technicians who are ready to put their advanced clinical abilities to work.

This isn't an entry-level technician position. We're looking for individuals with a strong technical foundation, sound clinical judgment, and the ability to jump into emergency situations with confidence.

If you love the challenge of emergency medicine, enjoy working alongside a collaborative team, and want to continue developing your skills in a specialty hospital, we'd love to meet you!

As an Emergency Veterinary Technician, you'll play a hands-on role in treating emergency and critical care patients, working closely with our emergency doctors, specialty teams, and fellow technicians.

• Full-Time ER Position
  • Mid/Swing Shifts:
    • 3- 4 shifts per week
    • Multiple shifts available:
      • 3pm - 3am
      • 4pm - 4am
      • 5pm - 5am
      • 2 weekdays & 1 weekend day REQUIRED
  • Overnight Shifts:
    • 3 shifts per week

Our goal is to find experienced technicians who are the right fit for our ER team, with scheduling flexibility to make that possible.

Key Responsibilities – Emergency Medicine

• 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
  • Central venous catheter placement and management
  • Blood draws and point-of-care diagnostics
  • Radiographs
  • Anesthesia induction and monitoring
• Administer 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

What We're Looking For:

• • 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
• • Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT, RVT, CVT)
  • Emergency or Specialty hospital experience
  • Interest in pursuing advanced training, licensure, or VTS (ECC)
• • 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

Compensation & Comprehensive Benefits

• Competitive Pay:
  • $18.00-$32.00hr 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
• • High-performing ER team with strong leadership support
  • Collaborative, respectful workplace that values technician expertise
  • Commitment to learning, mentorship, and professional development