Overnight Emergency Veterinary Technician

Department: Veterinary Technicians

Location: Knoxville, Tennessee

Compensation: $17.50 - $24.00 / hour

Description

Are you a high-performing Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant who thrives in the intensity of Emergency Medicine? Do you excel in rapid decision-making, patient stabilization, and teamwork when every second counts?

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Knoxville—part of the Innovetive Petcare network—is seeking exceptional Emergency Veterinary Technicians to join our ER team on a mid/swing shift. This opportunity is ideal for experienced professionals who want to work in a true emergency setting, sharpen advanced technical skills, and collaborate with specialty and ICU teams.
Why This ER Role Stands Out

• High-acuity, fast-paced emergency medicine
• Strong collaboration with ICU, Internal Medicine, Surgery, and Oncology
• Flexible full-time scheduling options
• Clear pathways for advanced skill development and credentialing
• A culture that values clinical excellence, autonomy, and teamwork

Schedule & Shift Options

• Full-Time ER Position
• Overnight 7pm - 7am
• Flexible scheduling options:
  • 4 x 12-hour shifts
  • 4 x 10-hour shifts
    
    

🩺 Key Responsibilities – Emergency Medicine

Emergency & Triage Care

• Assist with emergency triage, stabilization, and urgent interventions
• Perform rapid patient assessments and initiate treatment protocols
• Support emergency procedures including CPR, oxygen therapy, and shock management

Advanced Technical Skills

• Perform technical procedures including:
  • IV catheter placement
  • Blood draws and point-of-care diagnostics
  • Radiographs
  • Anesthesia induction and monitoring
• Administer medications via IV, IM, SQ, and oral routes
• Assist with wound care, splinting, and emergency surgical prep

Patient Monitoring & Nursing Care

• Monitor ER patients throughout treatment and recovery
• Recognize and respond to changes in patient condition
• Provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care in high-stress situations

Client Communication & Documentation

• Support veterinarians with client updates and discharge education
• Maintain detailed, accurate medical records
• Ensure continuity of care during patient transfers to ICU or specialty services

Team Collaboration

• Work closely with ER doctors, ICU, and specialty teams
• Participate in case discussions and handoffs
• Contribute to a positive, solution-oriented ER culture
  
  

✅ What We’re Looking For:

• Required
  • 2 years of experience in Emergency, ICU, or high-volume General Practice
  • Strong technical and nursing skills in fast-paced environments
  • Ability to remain calm, focused, and effective under pressure
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • Commitment to patient advocacy and gold-standard care
• Preferred (Not Required)
  • Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT, RVT, CVT)
  • Emergency or Specialty hospital experience
  • Interest in pursuing advanced training, licensure, or VTS (ECC)
• Skills & Knowledge
  • Proficiency in emergency triage, stabilization, and monitoring
  • Strong anesthesia and procedural support skills
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize in dynamic ER settings
  • Solid understanding of emergency pharmacology and protocols
• Physical & Emotional Requirements
  • Ability to stand and work on your feet for extended periods
  • Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
  • Emotional resilience and adaptability in urgent care situations
    
    

Compensation & Comprehensive Benefits

• Competitive Pay:
  • $17.50–$24.00/hr based on experience
  • $25 /hr negotiable for actively Licensed Veterinary Technicians with relevant ER/Specialty experience
  • Shift differentials may apply for late-night hours
• 🎓 Continuing Education & Growth
  • CE allowance and conference opportunities
  • Dedicated CE PTO
  • Support for licensure and advanced skill development
  • Career growth within the Innovetive Petcare network
• 🩺 Full Benefits Package
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Employee pet care discounts
• Culture & Environment
  • High-performing ER team with strong leadership support
  • Collaborative, respectful workplace that values technician expertise
  • Commitment to learning, mentorship, and professional development

🔗 Apply Today - Join an ER team where your skills, judgment, and voice truly matter.

🩺 Emergency medicine. Swing shift excellence. Real impact.