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Outpatient Veterinary Assistant or Technician - Weekends
Job in
Chattanooga, Hamilton County, Tennessee, 37450, USA
Listed on 2026-01-02
Listing for:
Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Chattanooga
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-02
Job specializations:
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Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
Veterinary, Animal / Pet Care
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Outpatient Veterinary Assistant or Technician - Weekends Only!
Department: Veterinary Assistants
Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee
Compensation: $18.00 - $25.00 / hour
Schedule: Friday – Sunday | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Full-time hours in just 3 days)
Key Responsibilities- Support veterinarians and credentialed technicians in delivering high‑quality emergency and critical care.
- Provide exceptional client service through clear communication, education, and compassion.
- Perform diagnostic procedures including radiographs, urinalysis, bloodwork, fecals, and cytology.
- Administer medications via IV, SQ, IM, and PO routes.
- Place and maintain intravenous catheters.
- Assist with sedated or anesthetized procedures, including wound and laceration repair.
- Monitor and support hospitalized patients, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Accurately dispense medications as directed.
- Maintain clean, organized, and well‑stocked treatment and exam areas.
- Minimum of 2 years of clinical veterinary experience.
- Emergency or specialty hospital experience strongly preferred.
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Completion of an AVMA‑accredited Veterinary Technology program preferred.
- Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) in Tennessee preferred but not required for assistants.
- Strong technical, organizational, and multitasking skills.
- Excellent communication and client‑service skills.
- Positive attitude, strong work ethic, emotional resilience, and a passion for emergency medicine.
- Desire to learn, grow, and be part of a collaborative team.
Competitive hourly pay based on experience and skill level. Opportunities for sign‑on and retention bonuses for qualified candidates.
Benefits- Company‑subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Life insurance and voluntary supplemental benefit options.
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Continuing Education allowance and payment of professional license fees.
- Enjoy four days off every week while maintaining full‑time status.
- Gain advanced experience in emergency and critical care medicine.
- Work in a modern hospital with cutting‑edge diagnostic and treatment equipment.
- Be part of a compassionate team that supports each other in high‑pressure situations.
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