Mid-Shift Emergency Veterinary Technician
Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Knoxville
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Job summary
Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Knoxville is seeking exceptional Emergency Veterinary Technicians to join our ER team on mid/swing shifts. This full-time role offers a high-acuity, collaborative environment with ICU and specialty teams within the Innovetive Petcare network.
We value clinical excellence, autonomy, and teamwork, with opportunities for advanced credentialing and skill development. Schedule options ensure coverage for busy evenings in a true emergency setting.
Qualifications
- Minimum 2+ years in Emergency, ICU or high-volume GP.
- Licensed Veterinary Technician preferred (LVT/RVT/CVT).
- Strong nursing and technical skills for fast-paced ER settings.
Responsibilities
- Assist with emergency triage, stabilization, and urgent interventions.
- Perform rapid patient assessments and initiate treatment protocols.
- Support emergency procedures including CPR, oxygen therapy, and shock management.
- Administer medications via IV, IM, SQ, and oral routes.
- Monitor ER patients and provide high-quality nursing care in stress-filled environments.
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Job description
- Full Benefits Package
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Life and disability insurance
- Employee pet care discounts
Department: Veterinary Technicians
Location: Knoxville, Tennessee
Compensation: $18.00 - $26.00 / hour
Are you a high-performing Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant who thrives in the intensity of Emergency Medicine? Do you excel in rapid decision-making, patient stabilization, and teamwork when every second counts? Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Knoxville—part of the Innovetive Petcare network—is seeking exceptional Emergency Veterinary Technicians to join our ER team on a mid/swing shift. This opportunity is ideal for experienced professionals who want to work in a true emergency setting, sharpen advanced technical skills, and collaborate with specialty and ICU teams.
- High-acuity, fast-paced emergency medicine
- Strong collaboration with ICU, Internal Medicine, Surgery, and Oncology
- Flexible full-time scheduling options
- Clear pathways for advanced skill development and credentialing
- A culture that values clinical excellence, autonomy, and teamwork
- Full-Time ER Position
- Multiple shifts available:
- 3pm - 3am
- 4pm - 4am
- 5pm - 5am
- 2 weekdays & 1 weekend day REQUIRED
- Assist with emergency triage, stabilization, and urgent interventions
- Perform rapid patient assessments and initiate treatment protocols
- Support emergency procedures including CPR, oxygen therapy, and shock management
- Perform technical procedures including:
- IV catheter placement
- Blood draws and point-of-care diagnostics
- Radiographs
- Anesthesia induction and monitoring
- Administer medications via IV, IM, SQ, and oral routes
- Assist with wound care, splinting, and emergency surgical prep
- Monitor ER patients throughout treatment and recovery
- Recognize and respond to changes in patient condition
- Provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care in high-stress situations
- Support veterinarians with client updates and discharge education
- Maintain detailed, accurate medical records
- Ensure continuity of care during patient transfers to ICU or specialty services
- Work closely with ER doctors, ICU, and specialty teams
- Participate in case discussions and handoffs
- Contribute to a positive, solution-oriented ER culture
- Required
- 2+ years of experience in Emergency, ICU, or high-volume General Practice
- Strong technical and nursing skills in fast-paced environments
- Ability to remain calm, focused, and effective under pressure
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Commitment to patient advocacy and gold-standard care
- Preferred (Not Required)
- Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT, RVT, CVT)
- Emergency or Specialty hospital experience
- Interest in pursuing advanced training, licensure, or VTS (ECC)
- Skills & Knowledge
- Proficiency in emergency triage, stabilization, and monitoring
- Strong anesthesia and procedural support skills
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in dynamic ER settings
- Solid understanding of emergency pharmacology and protocols
- Physical & Emotional Requirements
- Ability to stand and work on your feet for extended periods
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
- Emotional resilience and adaptability in urgent care situations
- Competitive Pay:
- $17.50–$24.00/hr based on experience
- $25+/hr negotiable for actively Licensed Veterinary Technicians with relevant ER/Specialty experience
- Shift differentials may apply for late-night hours
- Continuing Education & Growth
- CE allowance and conference opportunities
- Dedicated CE PTO
- Support for licensure and advanced skill development
- Career growth within the Innovetive Petcare network
- Full Benefits Package
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Life and disability insurance
- Employee pet care discounts
- Culture & Environment
- High-performing ER team with strong leadership support
- Collaborative, respectful workplace that values technician expertise
- Commitment to learning, mentorship, and professional development
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