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Innovetive Petcare

Operational support for veterinary practices

Emergency Veterinary Technician

Veterinary ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeKnoxville, TN, USA$18 - $32 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least 2 years of experience in emergency, intensive care, or high-volume general practice.
  • Strong technical and nursing skills in fast-paced environments.
  • Ability to remain calm, focused, and effective under pressure.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Commitment to patient advocacy and high-quality care.
  • Proficiency in emergency triage, stabilization, and monitoring.
  • Strong anesthesia and procedural support skills.
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize in dynamic emergency-room settings.
  • Solid understanding of emergency pharmacology and protocols.
  • Ability to stand and work on one's feet for extended periods.
  • Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
  • Emotional resilience and adaptability in urgent-care situations.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with emergency triage, stabilization, and urgent interventions.
  • Perform rapid patient assessments and initiate treatment protocols.
  • Support emergency procedures, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation, oxygen therapy, and shock management.
  • Perform technical procedures, including intravenous catheter placement, central venous catheter placement and management, blood draws and point-of-care diagnostics, radiographs, and anesthesia induction and monitoring.
  • Administer medications via intravenous, intramuscular, subcutaneous, and oral routes.
  • Assist with wound care, splinting, and emergency surgical preparation.
  • Monitor emergency-room patients throughout treatment and recovery.
  • Recognize and respond to changes in patient condition.
  • Provide nursing care in high-stress situations.
  • Support veterinarians with client updates and discharge education.
  • Maintain detailed, accurate medical records.
  • Ensure continuity of care during patient transfers to intensive care or specialty services.
  • Work closely with emergency doctors, intensive care, and specialty teams.
  • Participate in case discussions and handoffs.
  • Contribute to a positive, solution-oriented emergency-room culture.

Desired Qualifications

  • Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT, RVT, or CVT).
  • Emergency or specialty hospital experience.
  • Interest in pursuing advanced training, licensure, or Veterinary Technician Specialist (Emergency and Critical Care) certification.

About the Company

Innovetive Petcare

Operational support for veterinary practices

Innovetive Petcare partners with veterinary practices to support their growth and professional development. It handles day-to-day business operations so veterinary teams can focus on delivering high-quality medical care to pets and owners. The company works by forming partnerships with practices, providing operational support, education, and staff development, and earning revenue from these partnerships and services offered. What sets Innovetive Petcare apart is its emphasis on local, community-focused relationships and ongoing professional development and workplace culture, rather than just services. The company’s goal is to help veterinary practices grow sustainably while improving patient care and creating fulfilling workplaces.

Company size
51-200
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Austin, TX
Founded
2014

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