Veterinary Overnight Assistant - ICU

Department:
Veterinary Assistants

Employment Type:

Full Time

Location:

Chattanooga, Tennessee

Compensation: $18.00 - $19.00 / hour

Are you looking to grow your veterinary career in a fast-paced emergency and specialty hospital? Animal Emergency & Specialty Center (AESC) is seeking a dedicated ICU Veterinary Assistant to join our overnight team. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in critical care while working alongside experienced veterinary professionals.

Schedule:

Friday, Saturday & Sunday 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center is the trusted 24‑hour partner to neighborhood veterinarians, providing advanced emergency and specialty care when primary care clinics are closed. Our team is equipped with cutting‑edge technology and specialized expertise to deliver exceptional patient care around the clock.

• Assist ICU Technicians with the care of hospitalized patients
• Safely restrain patients for treatments and procedures
• Monitor patient comfort, cleanliness, and overall well‑being
• Fill non‑controlled medication prescriptions as directed
• Document patient status and client communications using hospital software
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and stocking throughout the ICU
• Work independently and collaboratively to support high‑quality patient care
• Uphold AESC’s core values of Respect, Community, Empathy, Growth, Integrity, and Passion

• Basic computer skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills
• Desire to learn and grow in veterinary medicine
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Animal handling experience is a plus

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedules
• 401K with company match
• Career development and training

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Chattanooga is a 24‑hour Emergency and Referral facility. We are a one‑of‑a‑kind specialty animal hospital comprised of a cohesive group of experts who values teamwork and client experience. Our hospital is a neighborhood partner and a trusted resource that has the tools to provide advanced diagnostics, evaluation, and treatment.

We provide veterinary care in an environment rooted in comfort and compassion. Our hospital is comprised of a cohesive group of veterinarians who are board‑certified, with advanced experience and training in a variety of areas: internal medicine, surgery, and oncology. We use state‑of‑the‑art medical technology and fully equipped surgical suites, including an on‑site CT scanner, digital X‑ray, ultrasound, and endoscopy.

Hear more about working with us from the team at Animal Emergency and Specialty Center of Chattanooga!

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Chattanooga 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.