Veterinary Technician; ICU - Overnight | Weekend

Veterinary Technician (ICU) - Overnight | Weekend Schedule

Department: Veterinary Technicians

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Knoxville, Tennessee

Compensation: $21.00 - $25.00 / hour

Are you an experienced Veterinary Technician who thrives in high-acuity medicine and complex case management? Are you looking to refine your critical care, ICU, and emergency medicine skillset in a collaborative, specialty-focused hospital—while maintaining a weekdays-free schedule
?

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Knoxville is seeking an exceptional Veterinary Technician or highly skilled Veterinary Assistant to join our Overnight ICU 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.

• 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

• Full‑Time Weekend Availability Required
• Friday – Sunday only

Overnight shifts required

• Overnight differential applies beginning at 12:00 AM

• Provide overnight monitoring and management of ICU and critical care patients
• Perform advanced technical procedures including:
  • IV catheter placement
  • Blood collection and transfusions
  • Radiographs
  • Anesthesia induction and monitoring
• Assist with emergency stabilization, triage, and urgent interventions
• Support Internal Medicine diagnostics such as ultrasound, endoscopy, and advanced lab testing
• Administer medications via IV, IM, SQ, oral, and injectable routes
• Deliver detailed post‑procedure and critical care monitoring

• Provide overnight patient updates to pet owners
• Communicate treatment plans, diagnostics, and next steps with clarity and compassion

• Work closely with ER doctors, ICU teams, and Internal Medicine specialists
• Participate in case rounds and ensure continuity of care across departments

• Maintain accurate, thorough medical records and treatment logs
• Ensure ICU, treatment, and work spaces are clean, stocked, and hospital‑ready

• 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

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT, RVT, CVT)
• Prior experience in Emergency, ICU, or Specialty Medicine
• Familiarity with critical care protocols and specialty diagnostics

• 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

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.

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

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Weekends only. Critical care always. Excellence expected.