Experienced Emergency Vet Tech — Weekdays

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center - Chattanooga; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation based on 경험

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Continuing education benefits

Opportunities to expand skills in the…

Job summary

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Chattanooga is seeking an experienced Emergency Outpatient Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant for weekdays. Based in Chattanooga, TN, this role supports emergency veterinarians in a fast-paced clinic from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Thursday, with a focus on urgent patient care.

You will perform exams, assist with treatments, run diagnostics, monitor patients, and communicate compassionately with clients.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of clinical veterinary experience required.
• Previous emergency or critical care experience strongly preferred.
• Strong foundational technical skills including venipuncture, IV catheter placement, diagnostic testing, and patient restraint.
• Ability to remain calm, organized, and efficient while managing multiple patients and priorities.
• Sound clinical judgement and ability to recognize when a patient requires immediate attention.
• Strong communication skills and a compassionate approach to client and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist emergency veterinarians with outpatient examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Support patient triage, assessment, and stabilization as directed by the veterinary team.
• Perform diagnostic procedures, including digital radiographs, bloodwork, urinalysis, fecal testing, and cytology.
• Place and maintain intravenous catheters.
• Administer medications via IV, SQ, IM, and PO routes as directed and within applicable scope of practice.
• Assist with sedated procedures, including wound management and laceration repairs.
• Provide patient monitoring and assist with hospitalized patient care when needed.
• Prepare and dispense medications under veterinary direction.
• Communicate compassionately and effectively with clients, helping them navigate stressful and emotional situations.
• Collaborate with veterinarians, technicians, assistants, and client service representatives to maintain efficient patient flow.
• Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked treatment and examination areas.
• Recognize changing patient needs and respond appropriately in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Job description

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Chattanooga is seeking an experienced Emergency Outpatient Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant for weekdays. Based in Chattanooga, TN, this role supports emergency veterinarians in a fast-paced clinic from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Thursday, with a focus on urgent patient care.

You will perform exams, assist with treatments, run diagnostics, monitor patients, and communicate compassionately with clients.