Overnight Veterinary Technician - Emergency

Overnight Veterinary Technician - Emergency

Are you an experienced Veterinary Technician who thrives in high-acuity medicine and complex case management? Are you looking to refine your emergency medicine skillset in a collaborative, specialty-focused hospital? Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Knoxville is seeking an exceptional Veterinary Technician or highly skilled Veterinary Assistant to join our Overnight ER team. This role is ideal for professionals who want to work at the top of their license, manage critical patients, and contribute meaningfully to life-saving care.

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

Sunday - Thursday shifts needed 7pm-7am

Overnight shifts required

Overnight differential applies beginning at 12:00 AM ($+2/hour)

Emergency Veterinary Technician Responsibilities

Triage and provide rapid assessment of emergency and critical care patients

Assist with emergency stabilization, life-saving treatments, and urgent procedures

Perform key technical skills: IV catheter placement, blood draws, transfusions, radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring

Administer medications (IV, IM, SQ, and oral) and monitor patient response

Continuously reassess and monitor hospitalized and unstable patients

Client Communication

Communicate clearly and compassionately with pet owners in emergency situations

Provide timely updates on patient status, treatment plans, and next steps

Team Collaboration

Work closely with ER veterinarians and support staff in a fast-paced environment

Coordinate patient transfers and assist with seamless shift handoffs

What We're Looking For:

2–3+ 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 preferred but not required

Prior experience in Emergency, ICU, or Specialty Medicine

Familiarity with critical care protocols and specialty diagnostics

Growth & Learning Opportunities with Innovetive Petcare

Competitive Pay: $21.00–$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

As part of the Innovetive Petcare network, you'll join an organization committed to high-quality medicine, continuous learning, and long-term career development—without corporate red tape.

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Take your emergency and ICU career to the next level in a hospital that values expertise, growth, and impact.

About Animal Emergency & Specialty Center - Knoxville

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Knoxville is an AAHA Accredited, premier referral and emergency veterinary hospital. We have an emergency and critical care unit that is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We have a variety of board-certified surgeons and specialists at AESC who treat a wide range of veterinary orthopedic, oncology, thoracic, abdominal, and soft-tissue conditions. Our team includes over 20 compassionate and highly trained Licensed Veterinary Technicians, numerous veterinary assistants, other support staff, and supportive administration. We have the latest specialized surgery and diagnostic instrumentation and equipment including 16-slice CT scanner, Vivid iQ echocardiogram platform, digital radiology, ultrasound systems, fluoroscopy unity, endoscopy, high-def Storz tower with new laparoscopic equipment, Arthrex equipment, LigaSure, Autocon III, Storz Ho-YAG laser, Synthes locking plates, and ESF equipment. In 2026, we will be completing our 20,000-square-foot specialty expansion and we will be adding Neurology, Cardiology, and other specialists to our team, as well as a new MRI scanner, CT scanner, linear accelerator, IR suite with ceiling-mounted fluoroscopy, and surgical suites measuring at least 18' x 18'. Our hospital is a neighborhood and community partner that provides advanced diagnostics, evaluations, and care in an environment rooted in comfort and compassion. Hear more about working with us from our team at the Animal Emergency and Specialty Center of Knoxville! Animal Emergency and Specialty is a proud partner of Innovetive Petcare. Where we believe that you are the future of veterinary medicine. Cultivate, innovate, develop, and collaborate. Excellent pet care comes from exceptional teams.

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Knoxville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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