Veterinary Technician: Surgical Support & Client Care

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

CE reimbursement

Career advancement

Pet discounts

Work-life balance

Job summary

Lange Animal Hospital in Knoxville, TN is seeking a full-time Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant with 1–2 years of clinical experience to join our friendly team. You will assist in diagnostics, anesthesia, surgeries, patient care, and client communication among a close-knit staff.

We value compassionate, high-quality veterinary care and offer a supportive, team‑oriented work environment with a 4‑day work week, rotating Saturdays, and opportunities for growth and CE reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a veterinary hospital.
• CVT/LVT/RVT preferred but not required.
• Experience in general practice and full-service veterinary care is highly preferred.
• Graduates of accredited veterinary technician programs are encouraged to apply.
• Strong medical knowledge and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in diagnostic procedures: blood draws, urinalysis, radiology, ultrasound.
• Monitor anesthesia and assist in surgeries, dental procedures and post-op care.
• Prepare and assist with surgical and dental procedures in a sterile environment.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments.
• Update EMR with treatments and progress; manage inventory and supplies.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary clinical environment.

Skills

Patient care

Surgical assistance

Anesthesia monitoring

Client communication

Teamwork

Record keeping

Physical stamina

Education

Accredited veterinary technician program graduate

CVT/LVT/RVT preferred

Tools

In-house lab equipment

Digital radiography

Ultrasound

Job description

Lange Animal Hospital in Knoxville, TN is seeking a full-time Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant with 1–2 years of clinical experience to join our friendly team. You will assist in diagnostics, anesthesia, surgeries, patient care, and client communication among a close-knit staff.

We value compassionate, high-quality veterinary care and offer a supportive, team‑oriented work environment with a 4‑day work week, rotating Saturdays, and opportunities for growth and CE reimbursement.