Veterinary Technician

Practice

Northshore Animal Hospital in Knoxville, TN isn’t just any veterinary clinic—we’re a full-service companion animal hospital where pets and their people are part of our community. Our team is easygoing, down-to-earth, and genuinely cares about each other, our patients, and our clients. We take pride in fostering a positive, supportive, and collaborative environment where everyone’s input is valued. While we stay professional, we also know how to enjoy a good laugh and truly value the team spirit that makes working together so enjoyable.

 As an AAHA-accredited practice, we’re proud to meet over 900 standards of veterinary excellence. What does that mean? Simply put, we go above and beyond to give pets the very best care possible while having a little fun along the way (and sneaking in a few extra belly rubs).

More about the Role

Veterinary Technician – Join Our Compassionate Team

At Northshore Animal Hospital, we believe great medicine starts with a great team. We’re a group of dedicated veterinary professionals who support each other, celebrate wins (both big and small), and share a genuine love for animals and the people who care for them.

We’re looking for a full-time Veterinary Technician who is not only skilled and detail-oriented, but also kind, empathetic, and eager to be part of a supportive, upbeat workplace.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide gentle, skilled patient care and nursing support
• Assist with exams, diagnostics, dentistry, and surgical procedures
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients and team members
• Help keep our clinic organized, clean, and running smoothly

What We’re Looking For:

• Veterinary Technician experience (credentialed preferred but not required)
• Strong technical skills and a desire to learn more
• A positive attitude and genuine love for animals and their people

If you’re ready to join a team that works hard, laughs often, and makes a difference every day, we’d love to meet you.

• Ability to work 1-2 Saturday's per month
• Previous veterinary experience required
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance
• Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE
• Basic math and the ability to calculate medication dosages
• Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS office applications, etc.
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety

Competencies

• Patience & Compassion: Remaining professional while still making teammates, clients, and patients feel as comfortable as possible regardless of the situation or challenges presented. Responding quickly and calmly to crisis while maintaining a high standard of patient care.
• Collaboration & Teamwork: Carefully coordinating actions with veterinarians and practice team members. Providing feedback appropriately and in a timely manner. Quickly incorporating feedback to ensure positive results. Sharing ideas and being open to other’s ideas.
• Communicating: Conveying instructions to clients and teammates to ensure successful patient care.
• Active Listening: Following the instructions of veterinarians and sometimes patient owners. Picking up the needs of veterinarians and teammates based on prior experiences and feedback.
• Organization Skills: Clear tracking of lab specimens, medications, patient instructions, workflow, and other job-related items while managing multiple patients and clients.
• Client Satisfaction: Ensuring all activities and interactions result in the highest level of client satisfaction.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
• Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, as well as providing client education.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs of the patient during surgery.
• Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures.
• Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the discretion of the veterinarian.
• Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment, and lab areas; restock exam rooms with supplies. Assist other team members to keep the public areas of the practice clean; clean and maintain all medical equipment.
• Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all interactions with clients; exercise compassion and care in all interactions with patients.
• Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members including client discussions, patient plans, client concerns, etc.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Ability to work on weekends as required
• Previous veterinary experience preferred
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance
• Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE
• Basic math and the ability to calculate medication dosages
• Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS office applications, etc.
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety

Benefits Offered

• Paid time off
• Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
• Retirement benefits or accounts
• Bonus incentive
• Flexible work schedules
• Career and professional development
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Personal Pet Discount

Benefits offered may vary depending on full or part time employment status according to company policy. 

Pay Range

USD $15.00 - USD $24.00 /Hr.

Compensation: 15 to 24 (USD)