Veterinary Technician - Compassionate Care & Teamwork

Heartland Veterinary Partners LLC; Maryville (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Bonus incentive

Flexible work schedules

Career and professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Blount Veterinary Clinic in Maryville, TN is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians and the practice team. You will assist with exams, surgeries, lab work, radiographs, anesthesia monitoring, and client education, while ensuring patient comfort and safety.

This role requires weekend availability, basic math for dosages, and the ability to lift patients up to 25 pounds. The clinic offers health, dental and vision insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off,

Qualifications

• Ability to work on weekends as required.
• Previous veterinary experience preferred.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; with assistance for heavier loads.
• Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE.
• Basic math and the ability to calculate medication dosages.
• Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS Office applications.
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
• Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, as well as providing client education.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs during surgery.
• Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures.
• Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the discretion of the veterinarian.
• Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment, and lab areas; restock exam rooms with supplies.
• Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all interactions with clients; exercise compassion and care in all interactions with patients.
• Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members including client discussions, patient plans, client concerns, etc.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patience & Compassion

Collaboration & Teamwork

Communicating

Active Listening

Organization Skills

Client Satisfaction

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Blount Veterinary Clinic in Maryville, TN is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians and the practice team. You will assist with exams, surgeries, lab work, radiographs, anesthesia monitoring, and client education, while ensuring patient comfort and safety.

This role requires weekend availability, basic math for dosages, and the ability to lift patients up to 25 pounds. The clinic offers health, dental and vision insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off,