Veterinary Nurse

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center - Knoxville; Springfield (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CE credits for licensed staff

Staff discounts and flexible schedule

Mentorship and growth opportunities

Culture of learning and teamwork

Job summary

Wilvet South is seeking an experienced Veterinary Nurse to join a high-functioning, emotionally intelligent team dedicated to exceptional client care and collaborative culture.

You will collaborate with veterinarians on diagnostics and treatments, deliver clear client education, maintain standards of care and cleanliness, and participate in meetings and ongoing learning opportunities to grow professionally.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in a veterinary clinical setting.
• Fear Free certification recommended.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Strong client communication and education skills.
• Availability for occasional emergency shifts or on-call coverage.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with veterinarians on diagnostics and treatments
• Deliver clear and compassionate client education
• Maintain high standards of care, cleanliness, and compliance
• Engage in practice software and medical record management
• Train and support team members when needed
• Perform Client Experience Representative duties as needed
• Participate in meetings, hospital events, and ongoing learning opportunities

Skills

Strong client communication

Lift up to 50 lbs

Emergency on-call

Team collaboration

Emotionally intelligent

Education

Veterinary Technician/Assistant Certification

Tools

Practice management software

Job description

Our Mission

At Wilvet South, our mission is to provide quality medical care and an exceptional experience every day, every night, every time. It’s the Wilvet Way.

Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking an experienced Veterinary Nurse ready to join a high-functioning, emotionally intelligent team committed to exceptional client care and collaborative culture.

This role is for those who thrive in an environment that prioritizes:

• Accountability at all levels
• Open and honest communication
• Mutual respect and trust
• Proactive team collaboration
• If you’re passionate about delivering top-tier care, value emotional intelligence, and want to be part of a mission-driven veterinary hospital, we want to hear from you.

We live by these values - every client, every patient, every time:

• BE PRESENT - Positive, focused, and fully engaged
• BE ACCOUNTABLE - Honest, dependable, and consistent in delivering excellence
• BE CREATIVE - Open to new ideas, continuous improvement, and growth
• BE COLLABORATIVE - Team-based approach to patient and client care
• BE CONSIDERATE - Compassionate and respectful to all
• BE YOUR BEST - Strive for excellence in every interaction, every shift

What We Offer

• A culture of learning, mentorship, and growth
• Full utilization of Certified Technicians-your skills will shine
• A collaborative and emotionally intelligent team culture
• CE credit for certified/licensed individuals
• Generous staff discounts and flexible scheduling
• A meaningful place to grow your career, make a difference, and belong

Sound Like You?

If you’re a veterinary nurse who brings skill, compassion, self-awareness, and drive, you’ll thrive here. We value people who lead with integrity, communicate openly, and work as one to deliver the Wilvet Way.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ year of experience in a veterinary clinical setting
• Veterinary Technician/Assistant Certification preferred
• Fear Free Certification recommended
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and remain on your feet for long periods
• Strong client communication and education skills
• Commitment to 7+ CE hours per year (paid)
• Availability for occasional emergency shifts or on-call coverage

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with veterinarians on diagnostics and treatments
• Deliver clear and compassionate client education
• Maintain high standards of care, cleanliness, and compliance
• Engage in practice software and medical record management
• Train and support team members when needed
• Perform Client Experience Representative duties as needed
• Participate in meetings, hospital events, and ongoing learning opportunities

Our Core Values