Weekend Veterinary Assistant or Technician (Part-Time) chez Innovetive Petcare
Innovetive Petcare · Knoxville, États-Unis d'Amérique · Onsite
- Professional
- Bureau à Knoxville
Are you a skilled Veterinary Assistant or Technician looking to build your experience in Internal Medicine? Want to work in a fast-paced, specialty hospital setting while keeping your weekday schedule free?
Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Knoxville is hiring part-time weekend support for our growing Internal Medicine department. Whether you're currently working in general practice or seeking advanced training in critical care, this role offers a unique chance to deepen your skills and make a meaningful impact.
This is a perfect opportunity to supplement full-time weekday work, gain experience in specialty care, and become part of a professional, growth-oriented team backed by Innovetive Petcare.
📍 Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Knoxville – Knoxville, TN
💼 Part-Time | Specialty & Emergency Veterinary Hospital | Internal Medicine Team
🌙 Weekend shifts only – day or overnight options available
📍 Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Knoxville – Knoxville, TN
💼 Part-Time | Specialty & Emergency Veterinary Hospital | Internal Medicine Team
🌙 Weekend shifts only – day or overnight options available
🕒 Schedule & Coverage
- Part-time weekend availability required
- Day and overnight shifts available
- Every weekend OR every other weekend
- Includes holiday support on a rotating basis
- Opportunity to work up to 30 hours per week
🩺 Key Responsibilities
Patient Care & Technical Skills
- Monitor and manage ICU patients overnight
- Perform advanced procedures: IV catheter placement, blood draws, radiographs, anesthesia monitoring
- Assist with internal medicine diagnostics (ultrasound, endoscopy, blood transfusions)
- Provide post-procedure and critical care monitoring
- Administer oral, injectable, IV, IM, and SQ medications
- Support emergency stabilization and triage procedures
Client Communication
- Update pet owners with patient status overnight
- Educate clients on treatment plans, home care, and next steps
Team Collaboration
- Partner with Internal Medicine and ER teams for continuity of care
- Participate in case rounds and share critical patient insights
Record Keeping
- Maintain detailed, accurate patient records and logs
- Document lab results, treatments, and patient progress
Facility Maintenance
- Keep ICU and treatment areas clean, organized, and fully stocked
✅ What We’re Looking For:
- 2–3 years of veterinary experience in clinical or hospital settings
- Strong technical skills in anesthesia, radiology, or emergency procedures
- Comfortable working independently, especially on overnight shifts
- Excellent communication skills and a strong patient-first mindset
- Team player who thrives in high-pressure environments
- Physically capable of standing, walking, lifting, and restraining animals
🌟 Preferred Experience
- LVT, RVT, or CVT credentials (preferred, not required)
- Prior exposure to ICU, Internal Medicine, or Emergency care
- Familiarity with specialty diagnostics or critical care protocols
🚀 Growth & Learning Opportunities with Innovetive Petcare
As part of the Innovetive Petcare network, you’ll have access to a supportive learning environment designed to help you grow your skills and advance your career—at your pace.
Whether you’re a credentialed technician or an assistant working toward licensure, we provide:
- 📘 On-the-job learning with licensed techs and board-certified specialists
- 🎓 Mentorship and CE opportunities tailored to your career interests
- 🩺 Cross-training in specialty departments like surgery, cardiology, and critical care
- 📈 Advancement pathways and support toward VTS certification
If you’re looking for a part-time weekend role that fits your lifestyle and helps you grow professionally, we’d love to hear from you.
🔗 Apply Today to take the next step in your veterinary journey.
🩺 Come learn, grow, and make a difference—weekends only, but full of opportunity.
