Veterinary Technician

PriorityPet Urgent Care; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental

401k & 401K matching program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Paid Bereavement Program

Paid Parental Leave Program

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Career Development Opportunities

Referral Bonus Program

Personal Pet Discounts

Job summary

Priority Pet Urgent Care is opening a new Knoxville, TN clinic and seeks experienced veterinary technicians and assistants to join a growing medical team. The role involves animal restraint, triage, lab work, imaging, anesthesia, and strong client communication in a fast-paced urgent care setting.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of veterinary experience, CVT preferred, and a commitment to compassionate, high-quality animal care. Training and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Experienced veterinary technicians, 2+ years professional experience preferred.
• CVT highly preferred, but not required for this position.
• Previous ER or Urgent Care experience is highly preferred, but not required.
• Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts
• Excellent client communication and medical record management skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations
• Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques
• Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens
• Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture
• Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring
• Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards

Responsibilities

• Animal restraint and triage of incoming patients.
• Collection and analysis of lab samples.
• Diagnostic imaging and radiographic positioning.
• Management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases.
• Administration of medications and anesthesia management.
• Effective communication of treatment plans with clients.
• Surgical preparation and assistance.
• Adherence to safety protocols in a fast-paced veterinary setting.

Skills

Animal restraint

Client communication

Medical record management

Punctuality

Education

CVT preferred

Job description

Company Description

Are you looking for a fulfilling career where you can make a real difference in the lives of pets and their owners? We are excited to announce the brand new Priority Pet Urgent Care state of the art clinic here in Knoxville, TN opening in late October 2026! We’ll be available for urgent care pet needs every day from 4 pm – 12 midnight. We are eager and ready to serve the local community and their pets and are currently looking for veterinary technicians and assistants to build our medical care team! The Priority Pet Urgent Care mission is committed to providing easy-to-access quality care with a promise to our clients that their pets are our priority. We value teamwork, compassion, and excellence, offering a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth and development. We look forward to connecting! To learn more about us, please visit our website at https://prioritypeturgentcare.com

Job Description

Job duties include, but are not limited to: Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management. Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases. Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

We’re looking for:

• Experienced veterinary technicians, 2+ years professional experience preferred.
• • CVT highly preferred, but not required for this position.
• Previous ER or Urgent Care experience is highly preferred, but not reqiured.
• Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts
• Excellent client communication and medical record management skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations
• Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques
• Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens
• Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture
• Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring
• Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards

The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.

Additional Information

We offer our staff:

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.)

Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check. Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status. For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit: https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/