Internal Medicine Veterinary Technician/Assistant - Memphis Veterinary Specialists & Emergency

PetVet Care Centers; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 22,041 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k)

Team member pet discounts

Calm app access

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers’ Memphis Veterinary Specialists & Emergency is seeking an Internal Medicine Veterinary Technician/Assistant to join our team in Memphis, TN. You will support hospital operations, provide quality patient care, assist with diagnostics, surgery support, and recordkeeping.

The role emphasizes a strong foundation in general practice with potential internal medicine exposure; preferred CVT/LVT/RVT/LVMT certifications.

Qualifications

• Solid foundation in General Practice with specialty experience.
• Certification as CVT/LVT/RVT/LVMT is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Determine animal requirements by exams, tests, imaging and records.
• Care for patients: vital signs, samples, meds, vaccines, wound care.
• Assist during examinations and procedures, prepare supplies and restrain patients as directed.
• Apply anatomy, physiology and pharmacology knowledge to patient care.
• Obtain and verify medications and ensure proper administration.
• Maintain clean rooms, cages and equipment; monitor for clinical signs.
• Document patient conditions and updates in medical records; communicate with owners.
• Maintain inventory and equipment; participate in continuing education.

Skills

Internal medicine experience

Education

CVT/LVT/RVT/LVMT certification

Job description

PetVet Care Centers’ Memphis Veterinary Specialists & Emergency

We are currently seeking an Internal Medicine Veterinary Technician/Assistant to join our team!

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Position Overview

Join our team as an Internal Medicine Veterinary Technician/Assistant who supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients. Responsibilities include providing patient care by determining animal requirements, conducting examinations and diagnostic procedures, assisting during surgery and operations, providing nursing care, assisting with feeding and caring for patients, maintaining medical supplies and equipment, overseeing triage and discharging patients, and maintaining patient medical records.

Memphis Veterinary Specialists & Emergency in Memphis, Tennessee, is a leading specialty and emergency hospital providing advanced care across multiple disciplines. With board-certified specialists and 24/7 emergency services, the team delivers cutting‑edge medicine when pets need it most.

Key Responsibilities

• Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations and interviews, reviewing care plans and records, completing laboratory tests and studies, and diagnostic imaging.
• Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, drugs, and vaccines, and bandaging and wrapping wounds.
• Support patient examinations and operations by assembling required supplies and instruments, securing and bringing patients to examination rooms, and restraining patients; aid as directed by the veterinarian.
• Provide excellent pet care by applying full knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, pharmacology, specialized equipment usage, and specialized drug administration.
• Obtain and verify medications.
• Ensure that patients have food and water, clean patients’ rooms, cages, and equipment; observe patients for clinical signs of disease.
• As directed, fill prescriptions and administer medications, including proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
• Maintain a safe, secure, healthy, and humane environment by sterilizing and wrapping instruments, sanitizing and disinfecting holding and operating areas, storing sterile supplies, verifying shelf life, following standards and procedures, and in compliance with applicable legal regulations.
• Maintain medical records by documenting patients’ conditions, reactions, and changes; update the database in an accurate and timely manner.
• Communicate with the pet owner about the status of the patient, as directed by the veterinarian.
• Maintain equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining equipment supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
• Maintain inventory, place orders for needed supplies, verify, and maintain receipts.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional journals.
• Release pets to their owners as directed; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed before their release.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or practice.

Qualifications (Required)

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position.
• Solid foundation in General Practice with specialty experience.

Preferred Skills (Nice To Have)

• Internal medicine experience preferred.
• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), or Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician (LVMT) preferred.

Schedule

Full‑time; weekdays, with rotating weekend treatments, and on‑call.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster). 
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution.
• Team member pet discounts.
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP.
• CE stipends and career development resources.
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship.
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources.

Pay Range

$16—$23 USD.

PetVet Care Centers is committed to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 420 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive. Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high‑quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you’re providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

PetVet is an equal‑opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V.

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