ER Veterinary Technician — Critical Care & Growth

Veterinary Care and Specialty Group; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous employee pet care discount

Free Employee Assistance Program

120 hours annual paid time off

Job summary

Veterinary Care and Specialty Group in Chattanooga is seeking skilled Emergency Veterinary Technicians to provide compassionate, life-saving care. In this role, you'll be performing critical nursing tasks, supporting specialists, and advocating for patients' well-being. Required qualifications include 1-2 years of veterinary nursing experience and strong knowledge of anesthetic drugs. The position offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for training, competitive pay, and benefits that prioritize wellness and growth.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in ER, Urgent Care, or Specialty/Referral practice preferred.
• Strong knowledge of veterinary anesthetic drugs and their effects.
• Thorough with attention to detail, especially in critical moments.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and medication administration.
• Monitor patients at risk for cardiac and respiratory arrest and initiate CPR as needed.
• Collaborate with department teams on patient care protocols.

Skills

Veterinary anesthetic drugs knowledge

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Anesthesia monitoring

Drug calculations

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Compassionate care

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) or equivalent certification

1-2 years nursing experience in veterinary setting

Job description

Veterinary Care and Specialty Group in Chattanooga is seeking skilled Emergency Veterinary Technicians to provide compassionate, life-saving care. In this role, you'll be performing critical nursing tasks, supporting specialists, and advocating for patients' well-being. Required qualifications include 1-2 years of veterinary nursing experience and strong knowledge of anesthetic drugs. The position offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for training, competitive pay, and benefits that prioritize wellness and growth.