Outpatient Veterinary Assistant/Technician

Department: Veterinary AssistantsLocation: Chattanooga, Tennessee Compensation: $18.00 - $25.00 / hourDescriptionEmergency Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Assistant (ER)Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Chattanooga – Chattanooga, TNAre you interested in emergency medicine and looking for a position with room to grow? Do you want to work with an amazing team, state-of-the-art equipment, and cutting-edge healthcare?Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Chattanooga is East Tennessee’s premier provider of emergency and specialty veterinary services. Our highly trained and compassionate team delivers advanced patient care in 24-hour Emergency & Critical Care, Surgery, Oncology, and Internal Medicine. We invest in our team because your success is our success.We are currently seeking an experienced Emergency Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Assistant to join our Emergency Department team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys emergency medicine, and is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care.ScheduleSaturday & Sunday: 4:00 PM – 4:00 AMMonday, Tuesday & Wednesday: 6:00 PM – 11:00 PMYour day-to-day responsibilities will include:Assist veterinarians and technicians with emergency patient care and treatmentsProvide excellent client communication, education, and relationship-buildingPerform diagnostics including:RadiographsBloodworkUrinalysisCytologyFecal testingAdminister medications via IV, SQ, IM, and PO routesPlace intravenous cathetersAssist with sedated procedures, including laceration repairsSupport hospitalized patient care as neededDispense medications accuratelyMaintain cleanliness, organization, and restocking throughout the hospitalSkills Knowledge and ExpertiseMinimum of 2 years of veterinary clinical experience requiredEmergency or specialty experience preferredStrong technical skills and ability to multitask in a high-volume environmentPositive attitude and strong work ethicExcellent communication and teamwork skillsPassion for emergency medicine and saving the lives of animalsWillingness to learn, grow, and adapt in a 24-hour emergency settingBecause we are a 24-hour facility, occasional nights and holidays may be required.BenefitsCompetitive pay based on experienceComprehensive benefits package including:Medical, dental, and vision insuranceCompany-match 401(k)Paid Time Off (PTO)Continuing education and career development opportunitiesOpportunity to work alongside some of the top veterinary doctors in TennesseeSign-on bonus, retention bonus, and relocation assistance for qualified candidates