Licensed Vet Tech: Surgical & Urgent Care Pro

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pet discounts

Bonuses

Health insurance

401K with match

Education discounts

Disability, Vision, Dental

Job summary

Animal Hospital of Signal Mountain in Signal Mountain, TN, seeks an experienced veterinary technician to join a 5-doctor practice offering medical care, urgent visits, and surgeries including laser, BOAZ and dental procedures. The team emphasizes education and client communication while maintaining patient welfare.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in a general practice setting, with surgical and radiology knowledge, and a proactive, self-motivated approach to learning and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in a small animal general practice.
• IDeXX and Radiology knowledge.
• Excellent communication and written skills, plus customer relations.
• Surgical experience (catheters and blood draws).
• Able to multitask and stay calm in a fast-paced setting.
• Canine handling with cat knowledge and handling.
• Preventive care knowledge and cost discussions.

Responsibilities

• Provide an excellent and expeditious client experience with clear documentation.
• Monitor and document all medical treatments and patient status.
• Keep patient well-being and safety at the forefront while communicating with the team.
• Assist in urgent care, surgery prep, and post-operative care.

Skills

Radiology knowledge

Surgical skills

Communication skills

Catheter & blood draws

Canine handling

Preventive care

Customer service

Self-motivation

Learn & educate

Job description

Animal Hospital of Signal Mountain in Signal Mountain, TN, seeks an experienced veterinary technician to join a 5-doctor practice offering medical care, urgent visits, and surgeries including laser, BOAZ and dental procedures. The team emphasizes education and client communication while maintaining patient welfare.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in a general practice setting, with surgical and radiology knowledge, and a proactive, self-motivated approach to learning and teamwork.