Licensed Veterinary Technician, Emergency

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Location: Nashville, TN Schedule: Full-Time Compensation: $20-$33/hour based on experience + Shift Differentials + Weekend Differentials + $2,500 Sign-On Bonus for experienced Licensed Veterinary Technicians

Nashville Veterinary Specialists (NVS) is seeking a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our Emergency Team in Nashville, TN. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced Veterinary Technician who enjoys emergency medicine, advanced patient care, and working alongside a supportive team committed to exceptional outcomes for pets and their families.

Compensation

• $20-$33/hour based on experience
• Additional shift differentials offered
• Weekend differentials offered
• $2,500 Sign-On Bonus available to experienced Licensed Veterinary Technicians

Full-Time Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) retirement planning with employer match
• Discounted employee pet products and services
• Continuing Education allowance
• Scholarship and Sponsorship Program through Penn Foster
• Licensure renewal reimbursement
• Out-of-state veterinary technician license transfer reimbursement
• Uniform allowance
• Cell phone discount
• YMCA corporate memberships
• Team building and volunteer events
• Career development strategies
• State-of-the-art, newly renovated and expanded hospital facility
• And more!

Schedule

• Full-Time
• Consistent three 12-hour shifts per week
• Emergency Team schedule

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional nursing care for emergency patients while supporting veterinarians and the medical team.
• Perform Veterinary Technician responsibilities including triage, patient assessment, diagnostics, treatments, and monitoring.
• Utilize advanced technical skills including phlebotomy, IV catheter placement, anesthesia support, laboratory procedures, and diagnostic imaging.
• Assist with emergency procedures and provide support during critical patient care situations.
• Perform patient restraint, medication administration, anesthesia monitoring, and nursing care.
• Maintain accurate medical records and communicate patient updates effectively with the medical team.
• Educate and communicate with clients regarding patient care, treatment plans, and follow-up recommendations.
• Support a positive, respectful, and collaborative Emergency department culture.
• Continue developing technical skills while contributing to a learning-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of Veterinary Technician experience, preferably in Emergency Medicine
• Licensed Veterinary Technician credential required (LVMT, CVT, LVT, or RVT)
• Strong understanding of veterinary medicine, including triage, disease processes, pharmacology, restraint, diagnostic imaging, phlebotomy, anesthesia, laboratory equipment, and procedures
• Advanced technical skills preferred, including central line placement, abdominocentesis, thoracentesis, feeding tube placement, and urinary catheter placement
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills with clients and team members
• Ability to adapt to changing patient needs in a fast-paced Emergency environment
• Ability to safely handle and restrain patients of varying sizes, including large dogs
• Ability to lift and carry animals weighing 50 pounds or more and handle dogs weighing up to 150 pounds
• Ability to bend, stand, stoop, walk, sit, reach, and remain active throughout the workday
• Bilingual or multilingual communication skills are a plus
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required

About the Hospital

Nashville Veterinary Specialists (NVS) is a specialty and emergency veterinary hospital located in Nashville, TN. Our team is committed to providing advanced medicine while creating a supportive environment where Veterinary Technicians can continue learning, developing their skills, and making a meaningful impact on patient care.

At NVS, you'll work alongside experienced veterinary professionals in a collaborative hospital environment focused on compassionate care, clinical excellence, and exceptional client service. Our newly renovated and expanded facility provides opportunities to work with advanced equipment, complex cases, and innovative procedures while continuing to grow your career.

Surrounding Areas

Nashville Veterinary Specialists is located in Nashville, TN and serves surrounding communities including Franklin, Brentwood, Murfreesboro, Hendersonville, Gallatin, Mount Juliet, Smyrna, and surrounding Middle Tennessee communities.

Considering Relocating?

Relocating for the right opportunity? Qualified candidates may be eligible for relocation assistance. Nashville offers a vibrant music and arts scene, exceptional dining, outdoor recreation, and a growing community with opportunities to enjoy both city amenities and nearby natural areas.

Join Us

Ready to take the next step in your veterinary career? We'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join our Emergency Team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of pets, their families, and the veterinary community.

Employee Referral Bonus

Know someone who would be a great fit for our team? Ask us about our Employee Referral Program and earn rewards for referring qualified candidates.

Nashville, TN

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next. Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You'll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery. Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You'll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally. At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.