Veterinary Technician Licensed, Emergency

Nashville, TN$20–$33/hr
Skip To Job Description Ethos Veterinary Health is a network of hospitals providing specialty and emergency care for pets. Our ethos is simple: to provide the most advanced, innovative and compassionate veterinary care possible. It is the foundation of our organization and it continues to drive us forward in our mission to define the future of veterinary medicine. Thanks for visiting our Job Board. Please review our open positions and apply to the positions that match your qualifications. Licensed Veterinary Technician, Emergency Nashville, TN Full Time Veterinary Technician Experienced Share Licensed Veterinary Technician | $20-$33/hr | $2,500 Sign-On BonusLocation: Nashville, TNSchedule: Full-Time | Three 12-Hour Shifts Per WeekCompensation: $20-$33/hour based on experience + Shift Differentials + Weekend Differentials + $2,500 Sign-On Bonus for experienced Licensed Veterinary TechniciansNashville Veterinary Specialists (NVS) is seeking a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our Emergency Team in Nashville, TN. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced Veterinary Technician who enjoys emergency medicine, advanced patient care, and working alongside a supportive team committed to exceptional outcomes for pets and their families.Compensation$20-$33/hour based on experienceAdditional shift differentials offeredWeekend differentials offered$2,500 Sign-On Bonus available to experienced Licensed Veterinary TechniciansFull-Time BenefitsPaid Time OffMedical, Dental, and Vision insurance plansShort-Term and Long-Term Disability insuranceLife Insurance401(k) retirement planning with employer matchDiscounted employee pet products and servicesContinuing Education allowanceScholarship and Sponsorship Program through Penn FosterLicensure renewal reimbursementOut-of-state veterinary technician license transfer reimbursementUniform allowanceCell phone discountYMCA corporate membershipsTeam building and volunteer eventsCareer development strategiesState-of-the-art, newly renovated and expanded hospital facilityAnd more!ScheduleFull-TimeConsistent three 12-hour shifts per weekEmergency Team scheduleResponsibilitiesProvide exceptional nursing care for emergency patients while supporting veterinarians and the medical team.Perform Veterinary Technician responsibilities including triage, patient assessment, diagnostics, treatments, and monitoring.Utilize advanced technical skills including phlebotomy, IV catheter placement, anesthesia support, laboratory procedures, and diagnostic imaging.Assist with emergency procedures and provide support during critical patient care situations.Perform patient restraint, medication administration, anesthesia monitoring, and nursing care.Maintain accurate medical records and communicate patient updates effectively with the medical team.Educate and communicate with clients regarding patient care, treatment plans, and follow-up recommendations.Support a positive, respectful, and collaborative Emergency department culture.Continue developing technical skills while contributing to a learning-focused environment.QualificationsMinimum of 3 years of Veterinary Technician experience, preferably in Emergency MedicineLicensed Veterinary Technician credential required (LVMT, CVT, LVT, or RVT)Strong understanding of veterinary medicine, including triage, disease processes, pharmacology, restraint, diagnostic imaging, phlebotomy, anesthesia, laboratory equipment, and proceduresAdvanced technical skills preferred, including central line placement, abdominocentesis, thoracentesis, feeding tube placement, and urinary catheter placementStrong attention to detail and excellent communication skills with clients and team membersAbility to adapt to changing patient needs in a fast-paced Emergency environmentAbility to safely handle and restrain patients of varying sizes, including large dogsAbility to lift and carry animals weighing 50...

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