Innovetive Petcare

Operational support for veterinary practices

Overnight Veterinary Technician/Assistant

Veterinary ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeCookeville, TN, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience as an emergency veterinary technician or assistant is preferred.
Emergency-room and/or intensive-care-unit experience is preferred.
Overnight experience is a plus.
LVT, RVT, or CVT certification is preferred but not required; veterinary assistants with strong clinical skills are welcome.
Confidently perform venipuncture, catheter placement, and surgical preparation.
Have basic knowledge of anesthesia monitoring, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and fluid calculations.
Communicate clearly verbally and in writing.
Remain calm under pressure and emotionally resilient.
Be detail-oriented and dependable.
Be flexible to accommodate the rotating overnight schedule, which includes weekdays and weekends.

Responsibilities

Quickly assess and stabilize emergency cases.
Monitor intensive-care patients, track vital signs, manage pain, provide fluid therapy, and support oxygen therapy.
Prepare patients for surgery, assist with anesthesia, and monitor recovery.
Perform radiographs, run laboratory samples, and interpret results.
Administer intravenous, intramuscular, subcutaneous, and oral medications accurately.
Provide clients with compassionate, clear updates and discharge instructions.
Prioritize care and maintain accurate records in electronic medical records systems.
Work closely with emergency veterinarians and overnight teammates.

Desired Qualifications

Emergency-room and/or intensive-care-unit experience.
Overnight experience.
LVT, RVT, or CVT certification.

Are you an experienced Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant looking to thrive in emergency medicine? At Copeland Veterinary Hospital—Cookeville’s only 24/7 emergency animal hospital—you’ll work with a team that saves lives every shift.

We’re hiring skilled, compassionate, and motivated veterinary professionals with a strong interest in emergency and critical care. Whether you're a licensed technician or an experienced assistant, this is your opportunity to grow in a high-acuity, fast-paced environment.

📍 Location: Copeland Veterinary Hospital – 821 E 10th St, Cookeville, TN 38501
🕒 Shift: Full-Time | Overnight Shift | Emergency & Critical Care

Overnight Schedule & Shift Differential

This position follows a rotating overnight schedule that varies from week to week and includes a combination of weekdays and weekends. For example, a schedule may include working Monday and Tuesday, having Wednesday and Thursday off, and then working Friday through Sunday, with a different rotation the following week. Flexibility is important to accommodate the hospital’s overnight staffing needs.

In recognition of the overnight hours, this position receives an additional $2.00 per hour shift differential for eligible overnight shifts, in addition to the base hourly rate.

Daily responsibilities include:

Emergency Triage & Stabilization: Quickly assess and stabilize emergency cases
ICU Monitoring: Track vitals, manage pain, fluid therapy, and oxygen support
Surgical Support: Prep patients, assist in anesthesia, monitor recovery
Diagnostics: Perform radiographs, run lab samples, and interpret results
Medication Administration: Deliver IV, IM, SQ, and PO meds accurately
Client Communication: Provide compassionate, clear updates and discharge instructions
Workflow Coordination: Prioritize care, maintain accurate records in EMRs
Team Collaboration: Work closely with ER DVMs and overnight teammates

Preferred Experience:
- 1+ years experience as an Emergency Veterinary Technican/Assistant
- ER and/or ICU exerperience is preferred
- Overnight experience is a plus
Certifications:
- LVT, RVT, or CVT preferred (but not required)
- We welcome Veterinary Assistants with strong clinical skills and a desire to grow
Technical Skills:
- Confident in venipuncture, catheter placement, surgical prep
- Basic knowledge of anesthesia monitoring, CPR, fluid calculations
Soft Skills:
- Clear communication (verbal & written)
- Calm under pressure and emotionally resilient
- Detail-oriented, dependable, and a team player
Schedule:
- We would prefer full-time, but would accept a part-time candidate who had the right experience.

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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