Veterinary Assistant or Technician chez Innovetive Petcare
Innovetive Petcare · Cookeville, États-Unis d'Amérique · Remote
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Are you a Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant passionate about patient care and ready to thrive in a fast-paced, team-driven environment? At Copeland Veterinary Hospital, we’re looking for skilled and motivated professionals to join our daytime care team.
Whether you're already experienced or looking to grow your clinical skills, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a collaborative team making a real impact in the lives of pets and their families.
About Us:
For over 30 years, Copeland Veterinary Hospital has proudly served the Upper Cumberland region as Cookeville’s only 24/7 veterinary hospital, offering advanced emergency, surgical, and wellness care. Our hospital is known for its high standards of medicine, compassionate care, and strong team culture.
Our facility features:
✅ Full surgical and ICU suites
✅ In-house lab, digital radiography, and ultrasound
✅ Emergency stabilization and trauma care capabilities
✅ Experienced, collaborative medical team
✅ Supportive culture that values learning and growth
📍 Job Details
- Location: 821 E 10th St, Cookeville, TN 38501
- Position: Full-Time | Daytime Shift
🩺 What You'll Do:
- Emergency Triage & Stabilization: Rapidly assess and stabilize trauma or critically ill patients
- Critical Care Monitoring: Monitor vitals, manage pain, and provide fluid therapy
- Surgical Support: Prep patients, assist with anesthesia, monitor surgical recovery
- Diagnostics: Perform radiographs, lab work, and run in-house diagnostics
- Medication Administration: Administer IV, IM, SQ, and PO medications accurately
- Client Communication: Provide updates and instructions with empathy and clarity
- Workflow Management: Prioritize patients and document accurately in EMRs
- Team Collaboration: Work hand-in-hand with ER veterinarians and overnight staff
🎓 Qualifications
Preferred Experience:
- 1+ years working in a veterinary hospital, kennel, animal shelter, or emergency clinic
- Overnight or emergency 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
💙 Perks and Benefits of Working at Copeland Veterinary Hospital
- 💰 Competitive hourly pay - starting at $16.00+/hr based on experience and skillset.
- 🎉 $2,000 sign-on bonus for highly qualified licensed veterinary technicians (LVTs)
- 🩺 Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 📆 PTO + paid holidays for a healthy work-life balance
- 📚 Continuing Education support: CE allowance + CE PTO
- 🚀 Career growth opportunities within Innovetive Petcare’s nationwide network
- 🧬 Modern facility & tools to support your best work
- 👥 Supportive, collaborative culture where you’re valued
🌄 Why You’ll Love Living in Cookeville, TN
Nestled between Nashville and Knoxville, Cookeville offers:
- Affordable cost of living
- Access to hiking, lakes, and the beautiful Tennessee outdoors
- A growing, friendly community with local charm and modern amenities
Perfect for those looking to build a life while making a meaningful career impact.
👉 Ready to Apply?
Be part of a veterinary team where your work truly saves lives
