Veterinary Assistant/Technician - Overnight ICU

Are you an experienced Veterinary Technician or highly skilled Veterinary Assistant looking to grow your career in a fast-paced specialty and emergency environment? Do you thrive in high-acuity medicine, advanced patient care, and collaborative hospital settings? If so, we want to hear from you.AESC - Knoxville is seeking compassionate, motivated, and skilled veterinary professionals to join our growing team across multiple departments and shift options. Opportunities may be available in Emergency & Critical Care (ER/ICU), Surgery, Internal Medicine, Oncology, and other specialty services.This is an excellent opportunity for candidates who want to work at the top of their skillset, expand their clinical knowledge, and contribute meaningfully to exceptional patient care in a collaborative specialty hospital environment.🩺 Key Responsibilities – ICU & Emergency MedicinePatient Care & Advanced Technical SkillsProvide overnight monitoring and management of ICU and critical care patientsPerform advanced technical procedures including:IV catheter placementBlood collection and transfusionsRadiographsAnesthesia induction and monitoringAssist with emergency stabilization, triage, and urgent interventionsSupport Internal Medicine diagnostics such as ultrasound, endoscopy, and advanced lab testingAdminister medications via IV, IM, SQ, oral, and injectable routesDeliver detailed post-procedure and critical care monitoringClient CommunicationProvide overnight patient updates to pet ownersCommunicate treatment plans, diagnostics, and next steps with clarity and compassionTeam CollaborationWork closely with ER doctors, ICU teams, and Internal Medicine specialistsParticipate in case rounds and ensure continuity of care across departmentsMedical Records & Facility StandardsMaintain accurate, thorough medical records and treatment logsEnsure ICU, treatment, and workspaces are clean, stocked, and hospital-ready✅ 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 monitoringComfortable working independently on overnight shiftsStrong communication skills and a calm, confident presence in high-pressure situationsPhysically able to lift, restrain, and stand for extended periodsA true patient-first mindset and commitment to gold-standard carePreferred (Not Required)Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT, RVT, CVT)Prior experience in Emergency, ICU, or Specialty MedicineFamiliarity with critical care protocols and specialty diagnostics🚀 Growth & Learning Opportunities with Innovetive PetcareCompetitive Pay:$21.00–$25.00/hr based on experience$26+/hr negotiable for actively Licensed Veterinary Technicians with relevant ER/Specialty experienceOvernight Shift Differential: +$2/hr beginning at midnightPaid Time Off (PTO) + dedicated CE PTOPaid Continuing Education (conferences, workshops, online learning)Career Growth & Advancement:Opportunities within ICU, ER, Specialty MedicineSupport for pursuing VTS or advanced certificationsComprehensive Benefits Package:Medical, dental, vision, retirement planning, and moreStudent Loan & Licensure Assistance:For graduates of AVMA-accredited VT programs who completed the VTNE within the last 3 yearsSign-On or Relocation Assistance for highly qualified Licensed Veterinary TechniciansState-of-the-Art Facility & EquipmentSupportive, team-driven culture that values clinical excellence and professional voiceAbout Innovetive PetcareAs 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.🔗 Apply TodayTake your emergency and ICU career to the next level in a hospital that values expertise, growth, and impact.