Innovetive Petcare

Operational support for veterinary practices

Veterinary Technician - Internal Medicine

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Full-timeKnoxville, TN, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) in Tennessee or eligible for licensure.
At least 2–3 years of experience in Internal Medicine, Emergency, or specialty practice.
Technical proficiency in anesthesia and patient monitoring, diagnostic procedures and sample handling, and critical patient care.
Advanced understanding of anesthesia protocols, monitoring equipment, and emergency response.
Experience with a wide range of anesthesia agents and monitoring devices.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and lift up to 40 pounds.
Ability to meet the physical demands of specialty procedures and emergency situations.

Responsibilities

Assist with and support advanced diagnostic procedures, including ultrasound-guided sampling, endoscopy, cystoscopy, bronchoscopy, and bone marrow aspirates.
Collect, process, and manage laboratory samples, including blood, urine, and cerebrospinal fluid.
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot specialized diagnostic and medical equipment.
Provide advanced monitoring for hospitalized and critical care patients.
Support anesthesia induction, maintenance, and recovery.
Administer medications, intravenous fluids, and therapeutic treatments.
Partner with veterinarians to support client education and provide case updates.
Ensure continuity of care and detailed medical record documentation.
Provide compassionate support to patients and their families.
Collaborate with Internal Medicine, emergency room, and intensive care unit teams.
Participate in case discussions and specialty rounds.
Contribute to a culture of shared learning and clinical excellence.

Desired Qualifications

Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) credential in Internal Medicine or Emergency and Critical Care, or actively pursuing one.
Experience in specialty diagnostics and advanced case management.
Demonstrated interest in continued professional growth and leadership.
Familiarity with advanced surgical and procedural support; soft tissue and orthopedic exposure is preferred.

Are you an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) with a passion for Internal Medicine, Emergency, and Critical Care? Do you thrive in an environment where advanced diagnostics, complex case management, and collaboration with board-certified specialists are part of your everyday work?

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Knoxville—part of the Innovetive Petcare network—is seeking a highly skilled, detail-oriented LVT to join our Internal Medicine team. This role is ideal for technicians who want to work at the top of their license, expand their specialty skillset, and maintain exceptional work–life balance.

Why This Opportunity Is Different

Work directly with board-certified Internal Medicine specialists
Manage complex, high-acuity medical cases
No weekends
Clear pathways for advanced specialty growth (VTS support)
A hospital culture built around mentorship, learning, and clinical excellence

Schedule & Work–Life Balance

Full-Time | Four-Day Work Week
Tuesday–Friday
No weekends!

As a key member of our Internal Medicine department, you’ll work closely with our board-certified specialists and emergency team to provide advanced diagnostics and treatments for complex medical cases.

Advanced Diagnostics & Procedures

Assist with and support advanced diagnostic procedures, including:
- Ultrasound-guided sampling
- Endoscopy, cystoscopy, bronchoscopy
- Bone marrow aspirates
Collect, process, and manage laboratory samples (blood, urine, CSF, etc.)
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot specialized diagnostic and medical equipment

Patient Monitoring & Critical Care

Provide advanced monitoring for hospitalized and critical care patients
Support anesthesia induction, maintenance, and recovery
Administer medications, IV fluids, and therapeutic treatments with precision

Case Management & Client Communication

Partner with veterinarians to support client education and case updates
Ensure continuity of care and detailed medical record documentation
Provide compassionate, empathetic support to patients and their families

Team Collaboration

Collaborate closely with Internal Medicine, ER, and ICU teams
Participate in case discussions and specialty rounds
Contribute to a culture of shared learning and clinical excellence

Required

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) in Tennessee or eligible for licensure
2–3+ years of experience in Internal Medicine, Emergency, or Specialty practice
Strong technical proficiency in:
- Anesthesia and patient monitoring
- Diagnostic procedures and sample handling
- Critical patient care
Excellent communication skills and a team-focused mindset

Preferred

VTS (Internal Medicine or Emergency & Critical Care) or actively pursuing
Experience in specialty diagnostics and advanced case management
Demonstrated interest in continued professional growth and leadership

Skills & Knowledge

Advanced understanding of anesthesia protocols, monitoring equipment, and emergency response
Experience with a wide range of anesthesia agents and monitoring devices
Familiarity with advanced surgical and procedural support (soft tissue, orthopedic exposure preferred)
Strong attention to detail and ability to function calmly in high-acuity situations

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
Capable of meeting the physical demands of specialty procedures and emergency situations

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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