Licensed Veterinary Technician - Urgent Care

Livewell Animal Urgent Care of East Nashville is rooted in providing compassionate, personalized care to the pets and pet parents of this vibrant Tennessee community. Serving key East Nashville neighborhoods including Inglewood, Five Points, and Eastwood, we focus on high-quality, comprehensive small animal medicine, surgery, and critical urgent care.

Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our outstanding 4.8-star community rating, showing the trust we have built since opening in 2023. If you are looking for a place where loving them well means caring for them well, we invite you to join our dedicated medical team.

When you join Livewell Animal Urgent Care, you become part of a professional and caring atmosphere praised consistently by our clients for its kindness and dedication. We know that practicing urgent care requires strong organizational support, and we ensure you have the resources to succeed. We maintain a culture where every teammate is patient, professional, and equipped to handle stressful situations while still providing personalized care plans.

We are dedicated to helping our teammates do their best work and grow professionally alongside a team focused on mutual support and comprehensive care.

As an urgent care provider, we offer immediate and same-day access to comprehensive veterinary medicine, focusing on small animal patients requiring diagnostics, advanced care, and surgical procedures. You will work within a well-maintained facility where cleanliness and comfort are prioritized for both pets and their owners. Our exam rooms are spacious, and we utilize advanced testing and diagnostics to rapidly assess and treat conditions ranging from routine urgent matters to non-life‑through emergencies.

This focus allows you to utilize a wide range of medical and surgical skills while directly impacting the wellness of the East Nashville community.

Nashville, Tennessee is a destination known globally for its music, culture, and thriving hospitality scene. Located specifically in East Nashville, you will be practicing in a neighborhood celebrated for being a great place to live, full of energy and local businesses that contribute significantly to the community spirit. If you value working in a specific, supportive community that appreciates immediate, high-quality pet care, you will find Livewell Animal Urgent Care of East Nashville an ideal professional home.

Job Description

Note: The Licensed Veterinary Technician title is used in various states based on state-specific licensing and credentialing requirements. Responsibilities may vary depending on the hospital and/or state and will be outlined by the state's Veterinary Practice Act and/or the responsible veterinarian, where applicable.

• Be a Lifeline for Patients in Crisis: You'll be on the front lines, utilizing your full skillset in triage, stabilization, patient monitoring, and critical care under veterinarian supervision.
• Provide Clarity in Critical Moments: You'll be a vital and calming link for pet owners, clearly explaining treatments, reviewing discharge instructions, and providing reassurance during stressful times.
• Lead and Elevate Your Team: In a fast-paced setting, you'll guide and support your colleagues, ensuring a smooth workflow and fostering a focused, collaborative atmosphere.
• Ensure Seamless Care: Your clear and accurate record-keeping in a fast-paced environment will be crucial for patient handoffs, case management, and effective team communication.

• A calm, efficient, and decisive approach, especially during medical emergencies.
• Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program and a current state license in good standing.
• Proficiency in a range of technical skills, with a strong aptitude for emergency procedures, anesthesia monitoring, and critical care nursing.
• Confidence in handling animals of all temperaments and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and a passion for working collaboratively under pressure.
• One year of experience in a veterinary setting is preferred; urgent care or emergency…