Experienced ER Vet Technician/Assistant — Mon–Thu, 7:00–5:00

Innovetive Petcare; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Continuing education

Professional development

Opportunities to expand skills

Supportive team

Job summary

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Chattanooga is seeking an Experienced Emergency Outpatient Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant. Work Monday–Thursday, 7:00 AM–5:00 PM in a fast-paced emergency department with a collaborative team.

Join a 24-hour specialty hospital offering advanced services and a supportive, professional environment. Minimum 3 years of clinical veterinary experience required; emergency or critical care preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of clinical veterinary experience required.
• Emergency or critical care experience preferred.
• Strong foundational technical skills in venipuncture and IV catheter placement.
• Ability to remain calm and efficient with multiple patients.

Responsibilities

• Assist emergency veterinarians with outpatient examinations, treatments and procedures.
• Support triage, assessment and stabilization as directed.
• Perform diagnostic procedures including radiographs and basic tests.
• Place and maintain IV catheters.
• Administer medications by IV, SQ, IM, and PO routes.
• Assist with sedated procedures and wound management.
• Monitor patients and assist with hospitalized care when needed.
• Prepare and dispense medications under veterinary direction.
• Communicate compassionately with clients during stressful situations.
• Collaborate with veterinarians and team to maintain efficient workflow.
• Maintain clean, organized treatment and exam areas.
• Recognize changing patient needs and respond quickly.

Skills

Clinical veterinary experience

Emergency/critical care

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Diagnostic testing

Patient restraint

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Clinical judgment

Tools

Digital radiographs

Laboratory testing equipment

Job description

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Chattanooga is seeking an Experienced Emergency Outpatient Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant. Work Monday–Thursday, 7:00 AM–5:00 PM in a fast-paced emergency department with a collaborative team.

Join a 24-hour specialty hospital offering advanced services and a supportive, professional environment. Minimum 3 years of clinical veterinary experience required; emergency or critical care preferred.