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Emergency Veterinary Assistant

Innovetive Petcare
Knoxville$21โ€“25On-site1mo ago
Employment
Full-time

About the role

Why This Role Stands Out

  • True ICU-level medicine in a Specialty & Emergency hospital
  • High case complexity with ER, Internal Medicine, and Specialty collaboration
  • Weekend-only overnight schedule = work-life balance without sacrificing career growth
  • Strong focus on clinical excellence, autonomy, and advancement

Schedule Requirements

  • Full-Time Availability required
  • 7pm - 7am
  • Overnight differential applies beginning at 12:00 AM ($+2/hour)

๐Ÿฉบ Key Responsibilities โ€“ ICU & Emergency Medicine

Patient Care & Advanced Technical Skills

  • Provide overnight monitoring and management of ICU and critical care patients
  • Perform advanced technical procedures including:
    • IV catheter placement
    • Blood collection and transfusions
    • Radiographs
    • Anesthesia induction and monitoring
  • Assist with emergency stabilization, triage, and urgent interventions
  • Support Internal Medicine diagnostics such as ultrasound, endoscopy, and advanced lab testing
  • Administer medications via IV, IM, SQ, oral, and injectable routes
  • Deliver detailed post-procedure and critical care monitoring

Client Communication

  • Provide overnight patient updates to pet owners
  • Communicate treatment plans, diagnostics, and next steps with clarity and compassion

Team Collaboration

  • Work closely with ER doctors, ICU teams, and Internal Medicine specialists
  • Participate in case rounds and ensure continuity of care across departments

Medical Records & Facility Standards

  • Maintain accurate, thorough medical records and treatment logs
  • Ensure ICU, treatment, and workspaces are clean, stocked, and hospital-ready

โœ… What Weโ€™re Looking For:

  • 2โ€“3+ years of veterinary hospital experience (Emergency, ICU, or Specialty strongly preferred)
  • Advanced technical skills in anesthesia, emergency procedures, and patient monitoring
  • Comfortable working independently on overnight shifts
  • Strong communication skills and a calm, confident presence in high-pressure situations
  • Physically able to lift, restrain, and stand for extended periods
  • A true patient-first mindset and commitment to gold-standard care

Preferred (Not Required)

  • Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT, RVT, CVT)
  • Prior experience in Emergency, ICU, or Specialty Medicine
  • Familiarity with critical care protocols and specialty diagnostics

๐Ÿš€ Growth & Learning Opportunities with Innovetive Petcare

  • Competitive Pay:
    • $21.00โ€“$25.00/hr based on experience
    • $26+/hr negotiable for actively Licensed Veterinary Technicians with relevant ER/Specialty experience
  • Overnight Shift Differential: +$2/hr beginning at midnight
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) + dedicated CE PTO
  • Paid Continuing Education (conferences, workshops, online learning)
  • Career Growth & Advancement:
    • Opportunities within ICU, ER, Specialty Medicine
    • Support for pursuing VTS or advanced certifications
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package:
    • Medical, dental, vision, retirement planning, and more
  • Student Loan & Licensure Assistance:
    • For graduates of AVMA-accredited VT programs who completed the VTNE within the last 3 years
  • Sign-On or Relocation Assistance for highly qualified Licensed Veterinary Technicians
  • State-of-the-Art Facility & Equipment
  • Supportive, team-driven culture that values clinical excellence and professional voice

About Innovetive Petcare

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Perks & benefits

  • Paid Time Off

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