Innovetive Petcare

Operational support for veterinary practices

Veterinary Technician Director - Emergency & Critical Care

Veterinary ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeKnoxville, TN, USA$60k - $80k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

Hold a credential as a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), or Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT).
Have at least 5 years of veterinary technician experience.
Have prior leadership, supervisory, or management experience in a veterinary hospital.
Demonstrate technical skills in emergency and critical care medicine.
Be able to lead in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and support veterinary technicians and veterinary assistants while fostering a positive, collaborative, and accountable nursing culture.
Assist with recruiting, interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and retention initiatives.
Develop technician training programs, mentorship opportunities, and career advancement pathways.
Promote continuing education and technical skill advancement.
Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching and development support.
Partner with leadership to improve employee engagement and retention.
Maintain a strong presence on the treatment floor and provide hands-on support during emergency and critical cases.
Help oversee Emergency, Critical Care, Swing Shift, and Overnight nursing operations.
Help coordinate technician scheduling and clinical staffing coverage.
Collaborate with veterinarians and leadership to optimize workflow and efficiency.
Serve as a clinical resource and mentor for technicians across departments, and support cross-training and technical skill development.
Develop and maintain veterinary nursing protocols and standards of care for emergency and critical care nursing, anesthesia monitoring, patient assessment and triage, venipuncture and catheter placement, blood transfusion therapy, advanced patient monitoring, and critical care procedures.
Support quality improvement initiatives and patient safety programs.
Ensure compliance with hospital policies, medical standards, and regulatory requirements.
Champion patient advocacy and client service.
Influence hospital-wide clinical and operational initiatives and support the growth of the emergency and specialty hospital.

Desired Qualifications

Hold a Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) credential in Emergency & Critical Care (ECC).
Have experience in emergency, specialty, or referral medicine.
Have experience managing teams of veterinary technicians and assistants.
Have experience creating training programs, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and nursing protocols.
Understand technician utilization and nursing workflow optimization.

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center | Knoxville, TN

Full-Time | Onsite | $60,000–$80,000 annually

Lead the Team. Develop the Talent. Stay Hands-On.

Are you an experienced veterinary technician and natural leader who loves being in the middle of the action? Do you enjoy teaching advanced clinical skills, helping others grow, and being the person your team turns to when they need guidance?

At Animal Emergency & Specialty Center (AESC) of Knoxville, we're looking for a Veterinary Technician Director who brings together strong clinical expertise, a passion for mentorship, and the ability to keep a busy emergency and specialty hospital running smoothly.

This isn't a behind-the-desk leadership position.

You'll be an active presence on the hospital floor, working alongside your technicians, supporting complex cases, and providing hands-on education and guidance. You'll also serve as a trusted partner and right hand to our Hospital Administrator, helping manage technician operations, scheduling, team development, and the day-to-day challenges of a 24/7 hospital.

We're looking for someone who can lead with confidence, teach with patience, and isn't afraid to roll up their sleeves when the team needs them.

Salary: $60,000–$80,000 annually (based on experience and credentials)

Why Veterinary Technicians Love Working at AESC Knoxville

At AESC Knoxville, veterinary technicians play a critical role in delivering advanced emergency and specialty care. We believe highly trained, credentialed technicians deserve opportunities for growth, leadership, and professional development.

As our Veterinary Nursing Director, you'll have the opportunity to:

Lead and mentor a talented team of Veterinary Technicians and Assistants
Help recruit, train, and retain top veterinary talent
Develop technician training programs and career advancement pathways
Improve patient care standards and nursing protocols
Collaborate directly with specialists, emergency veterinarians, and hospital leadership
Influence hospital-wide clinical and operational initiatives
Support and elevate the role of credentialed veterinary technicians
Help shape the future growth of a rapidly expanding emergency and specialty hospital

Veterinary Technician Leadership & Team Development

Lead, mentor, and support Veterinary Technicians and Veterinary Assistants
Foster a positive, collaborative, and accountable nursing culture
Assist with recruiting, interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and retention initiatives
Develop technician training programs and mentorship opportunities
Create clear growth pathways for technicians at all experience levels
Promote continuing education and technical skill advancement
Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching and development support
Partner with leadership to improve employee engagement and retention

Clinical Operations & Floor Leadership

Maintain a strong presence on the treatment floor
Provide hands-on support during emergency and critical cases
Assist in overseeing Emergency, Critical Care, Swing Shift, and Overnight nursing operations
Help coordinate technician scheduling and clinical staffing coverage
Collaborate with veterinarians and leadership to optimize workflow and efficiency
Serve as a clinical resource and mentor for technicians across all departments
Support cross-training initiatives and technical skill development

Nursing Standards & Patient Care Excellence

Develop and maintain veterinary nursing protocols and standards of care
Promote best practices in:
- Emergency & Critical Care nursing
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Patient assessment and triage
- Venipuncture and catheter placement
- Blood transfusion therapy
- Advanced patient monitoring
- Critical care procedures
Support quality improvement initiatives and patient safety programs
Ensure compliance with hospital policies, medical standards, and regulatory requirements
Champion exceptional patient advocacy and client service

Required Qualifications

Credentialed Veterinary Technician (LVT, RVT, or CVT)
Minimum of 5 years of Veterinary Technician experience
Previous leadership, supervisory, or management experience in a veterinary hospital
Strong technical skills in emergency and critical care medicine
Excellent communication, coaching, and team-building abilities
Ability to lead in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
Passion for veterinary technician development and mentorship
Self-motivated and highly organized professional

Highly Preferred

Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) in Emergency & Critical Care (ECC)
Experience in Emergency, Specialty, or Referral Medicine
Experience managing teams of Veterinary Technicians and Assistants
Experience creating training programs, SOPs, and nursing protocols
Strong understanding of technician utilization and nursing workflow optimization
Passion for advancing the veterinary technician profession

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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