Veterinary Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Training & career development

Health benefits

Pet care discounts

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Job summary

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Chattanooga invites an experienced ICU Veterinary Technician/Assistant to join our overnight team in Chattanooga, TN. This full-time role covers Friday through Sunday, 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, with an overnight shift premium.

You will work with doctors and support staff to care for hospitalized, critically ill patients, performing advanced procedures and maintaining meticulous records.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of clinical experience in a veterinary hospital.
• Advanced technical skills including phlebotomy, anesthesia monitoring and critical patient care.
• Strong critical thinking and clinical judgment.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple patients.
• Accurate medical record documentation and basic computer skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor critical and hospitalized patients and identify changes in status.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Administer medications via IV, IM, SQ and other routes.
• Venipuncture, IV catheter placement and sample collection.
• Assist with advanced critical care procedures.
• Monitor anesthesia and assist in recovery.
• Perform diagnostic testing (chemistries, CBCs, urinalysis, fecal tests).
• Collect and handle blood, urine and other samples appropriately.
• Maintain detailed documentation of treatments and patient status.
• Prioritize patient needs with the medical team and respond quickly.
• Keep ICU clean, organized and stocked.

Skills

ICU experience

Phlebotomy

Anesthesia monitoring

Critical thinking

Documentation

Teamwork

Communication

Calm under pressure

Job description

ICU Veterinary Technician / Assistant | Overnight

Department: Veterinary Technicians

Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee

Compensation: $19.00 - $21.00 / hour

Are you passionate about critical care veterinary medicine and ready to use your advanced technical skills where they can make a real impact? Join a collaborative specialty and emergency team where you’ll provide hands‑on care to some of our most critical patients while continuing to grow your skills and career.

About Us

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Chattanooga is East Tennessee’s premier provider of 24/7 emergency and specialty veterinary care. We partner with local veterinary practices to provide advanced diagnostics, treatment, and around‑the‑clock care for pets requiring services beyond the scope of general practice.

Our multidisciplinary team provides advanced care in:

• Emergency & Critical Care
• Surgery
• Oncology
• Internal Medicine

We believe exceptional patient care starts with an exceptional team, and we’re committed to creating an environment built around community, respect, empathy, passion, and growth.

Available Schedule

We are currently hiring a full‑time ICU Veterinary Technician / Assistant to join our overnight team:

Friday - Sunday | 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM

This position includes an overnight shift premium.

Responsibilities

As a member of our ICU team, you’ll work alongside our doctors and support staff to provide attentive, high‑level care to hospitalized and critically ill patients. Responsibilities may include:

• Monitoring critical and hospitalized patients and identifying changes in patient status
• Administering medications and treatments as prescribed
• Medication administration via IV, IM, SQ, and other appropriate routes
• Venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and sample collection
• Assisting with advanced critical care procedures
• Monitoring anesthesia and recovering patients
• Performing diagnostic testing, including chemistries, CBCs, urinalysis, and fecal testing
• Collecting and appropriately handling blood, urine, and other diagnostic samples
• Maintaining detailed and accurate documentation of treatments, patient status, and changes in overall health
• Working closely with the medical team to prioritize patient needs and respond to changes quickly
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and well‑stocked ICU

Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise

This is an advanced clinical role supporting critically ill and hospitalized patients. We’re looking for someone who is confident in their foundational skills and ready to continue developing in a specialty environment.

• 3+ years of clinical experience in a veterinary hospital
• Advanced technical skills, including phlebotomy, anesthesia monitoring, and critical patient care
• Strong critical thinking and clinical judgment
• High attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple patients and responsibilities
• Basic computer skills and accurate medical record documentation
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine desire to learn and continue developing your technical abilities
• Ability to remain focused and compassionate in a fast‑paced critical care environment

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation – $19.00-$21.00/hour, based on experience, skills, and qualifications.
• Comprehensive Training & Career Development – Gain access to ongoing learning opportunities and career growth programs.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverage to support your well‑being.
• Exclusive Pet Care Discounts – Significant savings on pet exams, treatments, and boarding.
• Generous Paid Time Off – Recharge with paid vacation and personal days.
• 401(k) with Company Match – Invest in your future with our retirement savings plan.