Licensed Veterinary Technician - Internal Medicine at Innovetive Petcare
Innovetive Petcare · Knoxville, United States Of America · Onsite
- Professional
- Office in Knoxville
Are you a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) with a passion for Internal Medicine, Emergency, and Critical Care? Do you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to make a difference?
Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Knoxville—a proud part of the Innovetive Petcare family—is seeking an experienced and compassionate LVT to join our Internal Medicine team.
Location: Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Knoxville | 10213 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37922
Schedule: Full-time | 4-day work week: Tuesday–Friday - NO WEEKENDS!
What You’ll Do
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.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Assist with diagnostic procedures such as ultrasound-guided sampling, endoscopy, cystoscopy, bronchoscopy, and bone marrow aspirates
- Perform advanced patient monitoring for hospitalized and critical care cases
- Support veterinarians with client communication and ongoing case management
- Prepare and administer medications, fluids, and therapeutic treatments
- Collect and process lab samples (blood, urine, CSF, etc.)
- Manage and maintain specialized medical equipment
- Provide empathetic and supportive care to patients and their families throughout treatment
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
💰 Competitive Compensation
- Starting at $25.00+ per hour, commensurate with experience
🕓 Work-Life Balance
- Four-day work week, Tuesday–Friday – no weekends or holidays
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and additional CE PTO
🎓 Continuing Education & Growth
- Paid CE opportunities and conference attendance
- Support to pursue a VTS (Internal Medicine or Emergency & Critical Care)
- Career development pathways within the Innovetive Petcare network
🩺 Comprehensive Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Life and disability insurance options
- Employee pet care discounts
🤝 Supportive, Collaborative Culture
- Work alongside board-certified specialists and emergency clinicians
- Be part of a team that values learning, mentorship, and innovation
- A leadership team that listens, supports, and empowers you
What We’re Looking For
- Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) in Tennessee (or eligible for licensure) required
- 2–3 years of experience in Internal Medicine, Emergency, or Specialty practice
- VTS (Internal Medicine or ECC) preferred but not required
- Strong background in anesthesia, critical patient monitoring, and diagnostics
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Compassionate, dependable, and detail-oriented
Skills & Knowledge:
- Advanced understanding of anesthesia protocols, surgical procedures, patient monitoring, and emergency care.
- Experience with a variety of anesthesia agents, equipment, and monitoring devices is essential.
- Familiarity with higher-level surgical procedures such as orthopedic and soft tissue surgeries is required.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 40 pounds.
- Must be able to perform the physical demands of assisting in surgeries and emergency situations, as well as work on your feet for long periods.
