Overnight Experienced Veterinary Technician/Assistant

Copeland Vet; Cookeville (TN); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Comprehensive benefits

PTO + paid holidays

Continuing Education CE allowance

Career growth opportunities

Modern facility & tools

Supportive, collaborative culture

Job summary

Copeland Veterinary Hospital in Cookeville, TN, is seeking an Overnight Experienced Veterinary Technician or Assistant to join our 24/7 emergency team.

You will perform triage, ICU monitoring, surgical support, diagnostics, and medication administration while delivering compassionate client updates.

If you are detail-oriented, resilient, and eager to grow in emergency medicine, apply to become part of our dedicated night crew.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience as an Emergency Veterinary Technician/Assistant.
• ER and/or ICU experience is preferred.
• Overnight experience is a plus.
• Licensure as a Veterinary Technician (LVT/RVT/CVT) preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Emergency triage and stabilization of cases.
• ICU monitoring of vitals, pain management and fluids.
• Surgical support: prep, anesthesia assistance and recovery monitoring.
• Diagnostics: radiographs, lab work, results interpretation.
• Medication administration and client communication.
• EMR record-keeping and coordination with overnight ER DVMs.

Skills

Emergency Veterinary Technician

Emergency Veterinary Assistant

Overnight shift

Venipuncture

Surgical prep

CPR

ICU monitoring

Team collaboration

Client communication

Tools

EMR documentation

Job description

Overnight Experienced Veterinary Technician/Assistant

Department: Veterinary Assistants

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Cookeville, Tennessee

Compensation: $16.00 - $19.00 / hour

Description

Are you an experienced Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant looking to thrive in emergency medicine? At Copeland Veterinary Hospital—Cookeville’s only 24/7 emergency animal hospital—you’ll work with a team that saves lives every shift.

We’re hiring skilled, compassionate, and motivated veterinary professionals with a strong interest in emergency and critical care. Whether you're a licensed technician or an experienced assistant, this is your opportunity to grow in a high-acuity, fast-paced environment.

Location: Copeland Veterinary Hospital – 821 E 10th St, Cookeville, TN 38501

Shift: Full-Time | Overnight Shift | Emergency & Critical Care

What You'll Do:

Daily responsibilities include:

• Emergency Triage & Stabilization: Quickly assess and stabilize emergency cases


• ICU Monitoring: Track vitals, manage pain, fluid therapy, and oxygen support


• Surgical Support: Prep patients, assist in anesthesia, monitor recovery


• Diagnostics: Perform radiographs, run lab samples, and interpret results


• Medication Administration: Deliver IV, IM, SQ, and PO meds accurately


• Client Communication: Provide compassionate, clear updates and discharge instructions


• Workflow Coordination: Prioritize care, maintain accurate records in EMRs


• Team Collaboration: Work closely with ER DVMs and overnight teammates

What We’re Looking For

• Preferred Experience:
  
  
  
  • 1+ years experience as an Emergency Veterinary Technican/Assistant
  
  
  • ER and/or ICU exerperience is preferred
  
  
  • Overnight experience is a plus
  
  
  
  


• Certifications:
  
  
  
  • LVT, RVT, or CVT preferred (but not required)
  
  
  • We welcome Veterinary Assistants with strong clinical skills and a desire to grow
  
  
  
  


• Technical Skills:
  
  
  
  • Confident in venipuncture, catheter placement, surgical prep
  
  
  • Basic knowledge of anesthesia monitoring, CPR, fluid calculations
  
  
  
  


• Soft Skills:
  
  
  
  • Clear communication (verbal & written)
  
  
  • Calm under pressure and emotionally resilient
  
  
  • Detail-oriented, dependable, and a team player
  
  
  
  


• Schedule:
  
  
  
  • We would prefer full-time, but would accept a part-time candidate who had the right experience.
  
  
  
  

Perks and Benefits of Working at Copeland Veterinary Hospital

• Competitive hourly pay


• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance


• PTO + paid holidays for a healthy work-life balance


• Continuing Education support: CE allowance + CE PTO


• Career growth opportunities within Innovetive Petcare’s nationwide network


• Modern facility & tools to support your best work


• Supportive, collaborative culture where you’re valued

Nestled between Nashville and Knoxville, Cookeville offers:

• Affordable cost of living


• Access to hiking, lakes, and the beautiful Tennessee outdoors


• A growing, friendly community with local charm and modern amenities
  Perfect for those looking to build a life while making a meaningful career impact.

Be part of a veterinary team where your work truly saves lives—night after night.