Emergency Veterinary Technician

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center - Knoxville; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CE allowance

CE PTO

Licensure support

Medical insurance

401(k) with employer match

Life and disability insurance

Employee pet care discounts

Job summary

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Knoxville is seeking an experienced Emergency Veterinary Technician. Join a fast-paced ER team providing triage, stabilization, and advanced nursing care for critical patients.

This full-time role requires LVT/RVT/CVT credentials, 2+ years of ER/ICU experience, and a strong commitment to compassionate, high-quality care. You will work closely with ER doctors, ICU, and specialty teams, perform procedures such as IV and central venous catheter placement,

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Emergency, ICU, or high-volume General Practice.
• Emergency or Specialty hospital experience
• Interest in pursuing advanced training (VTS ECC)
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in dynamic ER settings

Responsibilities

• 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, blood draws, radiographs, and anesthesia induction/monitoring
• Maintain detailed, accurate medical records and assist with client communication

Skills

Emergency/ICU experience

Nursing skills

Calm under pressure

Teamwork & communication

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT, RVT, CVT)

Tools

IV catheter placement

Anesthesia monitoring

Central venous access tools

Radiographs

Job description

Emergency Veterinary Technician

Department: Veterinary Technicians

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Knoxville, Tennessee

Compensation: $18.00 - $32.00 / 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

Emergency medicine. Swing shift excellence. Real impact.

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 broke ground for 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.