Innovetive Petcare

Overnight Emergency Veterinary Technician

Innovetive Petcare  •  $17 - $24/hr  •  Knoxville, TN (Onsite)  •  4 days ago
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Job Description

Overnight Emergency Veterinary Technician

Department: Veterinary Technicians

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Knoxville, Tennessee

Compensation: $17.50 - $24.00 / hour

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

🩺 Key Responsibilities – Emergency Medicine

  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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:

    • 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
    • Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT, RVT, CVT)
    • Emergency or Specialty hospital experience
    • Interest in pursuing advanced training, licensure, or VTS (ECC)
    • 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
    • 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
    • CE allowance and conference opportunities
    • Dedicated CE PTO
    • Support for licensure and advanced skill development
    • Career growth within the Innovetive Petcare network
    • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
    • 401(k) with employer match
    • Life and disability insurance
    • Employee pet care discounts
    • 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.
Innovetive Petcare

About Innovetive Petcare

Our Vision

Innovetive Petcare owns and operates veterinary practices across the country. Our clinics benefit from our tools, resources, and a great support team dedicated to helping veterinary practices prosper and grow.

Innovetive Petcare runs a great business so our veterinarians can focus on providing exceptional patient care. We want our veterinarians and staff to enjoy a better life, with more work-life balance, a strong supportive community, and ongoing training and career development.

Our Team

At Innovetive Petcare, it all begins with a great team. From the veterinarians, veterinary technicians, practice managers and administrative staff at our clinics, to the great support team in our home office, our team is passionate about animal health.

Happy employees, happy clients

When we become your partner, we invest in your people. We believe in the power of company culture and do whatever we can to ensure a fulfilling career with work-life balance. Along with a generous benefits package, we offer continuous development and education opportunities for your employees to learn, grow and develop.

Industry
Veterinary & Animal Care
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Austin, Texas
Year Founded
2015
Website
innovetivepetcare.com
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