Job Description

Overnight Experienced Veterinary Technician/Assistant

Department: Veterinary Assistants

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Cookeville, Tennessee

Compensation: $16.00 - $19.00 / hour

Description

Are you an experienced Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant looking to thrive in emergency medicine? At Copeland Veterinary Hospital—Cookeville’s only 24/7 emergency animal hospital—you’ll work with a team that saves lives every shift.

We’re hiring skilled, compassionate, and motivated veterinary professionals with a strong interest in emergency and critical care. Whether you're a licensed technician or an experienced assistant, this is your opportunity to grow in a high-acuity, fast-paced environment.

📍 Location: Copeland Veterinary Hospital – 821 E 10th St, Cookeville, TN 38501

🕒 Shift: Full-Time | Overnight Shift | Emergency & Critical Care

🩺 What You'll Do

Daily responsibilities include:

• Emergency Triage & Stabilization: Quickly assess and stabilize emergency cases
• ICU Monitoring: Track vitals, manage pain, fluid therapy, and oxygen support
• Surgical Support: Prep patients, assist in anesthesia, monitor recovery
• Diagnostics: Perform radiographs, run lab samples, and interpret results
• Medication Administration: Deliver IV, IM, SQ, and PO meds accurately
• Client Communication: Provide compassionate, clear updates and discharge instructions
• Workflow Coordination: Prioritize care, maintain accurate records in EMRs
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with ER DVMs and overnight teammates

✅ What We’re Looking For

• Preferred Experience:
• 1+ years experience as an Emergency Veterinary Technican/Assistant
• ER and/or ICU exerperience is preferred
• Overnight experience is a plus
• Certifications:
• LVT, RVT, or CVT preferred (but not required)
• We welcome Veterinary Assistants with strong clinical skills and a desire to grow
• Technical Skills:
• Confident in venipuncture, catheter placement, surgical prep
• Basic knowledge of anesthesia monitoring, CPR, fluid calculations
• Soft Skills:
• Clear communication (verbal & written)
• Calm under pressure and emotionally resilient
• Detail-oriented, dependable, and a team player
• Schedule:
• We would prefer full-time, but would accept a part-time candidate who had the right experience.

💙 Perks and Benefits of Working at Copeland Veterinary Hospital

• 💰 Competitive hourly pay
• 🩺 Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 📆 PTO + paid holidays for a healthy work-life balance
• 📚 Continuing Education support: CE allowance + CE PTO
• 🚀 Career growth opportunities within Innovetive Petcare’s nationwide network
• 🧬 Modern facility & tools to support your best work
• 👥 Supportive, collaborative culture where you’re valued

Nestled between Nashville and Knoxville, Cookeville offers:

• Affordable cost of living
• Access to hiking, lakes, and the beautiful Tennessee outdoors
• A growing, friendly community with local charm and modern amenities
• Perfect for those looking to build a life while making a meaningful career impact.

Be part of a veterinary team where your work truly saves lives—night after night.