Veterinary Assistant
- Knoxville, TN, United States
$16 to $19 USD / hour
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Job details
- Pay
- $16 to $19 USD / hour
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Embassy Veterinary Center- Hardin Valley is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant or Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our dedicated, state-of-the-art pet care team. We encourage you to apply if you're passionate about advancement opportunities, community impact, and top-tier veterinary care! Why Join Us? Commitment to internal growth & equal opportunity Friendly, cohesive work environment Compassionate, high-quality care for patients
Key Responsibilities & Skills:
- Surgical & Anesthesia Support – Assist in procedures, anesthesia monitoring, intubation, IVC placement
- Diagnostics & Lab Work – Venipuncture, sample collection, imaging, cytology, urinalysis, blood smears
- Patient Care – Vital checks, pain/distress recognition, vaccine & medication administration
- Client Communication – Education on medications, discharge instructions, prescription fulfillment
- Emergency Assistance – CPR, catheterization, intubation, drug administration
- Hospital Operations – Stocking, documentation, compliance with policies & core values
Qualifications:
Strong surgical & technical skills Excellent communication & teamwork Knowledge of medications, dosages, and protocols Experience-based competitive pay Join us in delivering exceptional veterinary care! Apply today! Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Rotating Weekends Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- License reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
More about this job
Skills
- Phlebotomy
- Patient care
- Medication administration
- Communication skills
- CPR
- Stocking
- Documentation
- Regulatory compliance
- Teamwork