Description

Outpatient Veterinary Assistant or Technician - Weekends Only!

Department: Veterinary Assistants

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee

Compensation: $18.00 - $25.00 / hour

Description

Looking for a full-time veterinary position with a 3-day workweek? Are you passionate about emergency medicine and ready to grow your skills in a fast-paced, collaborative environment—without sacrificing work-life balance?

Join Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Chattanooga (AESC), East Tennessee's premier provider of emergency and specialty veterinary care.

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Chattanooga provides advanced, around-the-clock veterinary care in a modern, state-of-the-art facility. Our specialties include 24-hour Emergency & Critical Care, Surgery, Oncology, and Internal Medicine. Our team is known for compassion, clinical excellence, and collaboration—and we invest heavily in the growth and success of our people.

At AESC, your success is our success.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and skilled Emergency Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant to join our Emergency & Critical Care Department for a Weekend Day Shift schedule.

Schedule:
Friday - Sunday | 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
✔ Full-time hours in just 3 days
✔ Consistent schedule for improved work-life balance

This role is ideal for veterinary professionals who enjoy emergency medicine, hands-on patient care, and the opportunity to work closely with a highly experienced emergency and specialty team.

Key Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians and credentialed technicians in delivering high-quality emergency and critical care
• Provide exceptional client service through clear communication, education, and compassion
• Perform diagnostic procedures including radiographs, urinalysis, bloodwork, fecals, and cytology
• Administer medications via IV, SQ, IM, and PO routes
• Place and maintain intravenous catheters
• Assist with sedated or anesthetized procedures, including wound and laceration repair
• Monitor and support hospitalized patients, ensuring comfort and safety
• Accurately dispense medications as directed
• Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked treatment and exam areas

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Minimum 2 years of clinical veterinary experience required
• Emergency or specialty hospital experience strongly preferred
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Completion of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program preferred
• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) in Tennessee preferred but not required for assistants
• Strong technical, organizational, and multitasking skills
• Excellent communication and client-service skills
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, emotional resilience, and a passion for emergency medicine
• Desire to learn, grow, and be part of a collaborative team

Compensation & Benefits

We believe in rewarding your expertise and supporting your long-term success—personally, professionally, and financially. As part of the Innovetive Petcare family, you'll receive a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, career growth, and future goals.


Competitive Compensation

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience and skill level
• Opportunities for sign-on and retention bonuses for qualified candidates

Healthcare & Well-Being

• Company-subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, counseling, and support services
• Life Insurance and access to voluntary supplemental benefit options

Time Off & Work-Life Balance

• ⏰ Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) with accrual that increases with tenure
• Paid holidays recognized across the network

Retirement & Financial Support

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match to help you plan for the future
• Student loan assistance programs (where eligible) to help manage debt responsibly

Professional Growth & Development

• Continuing Education (CE) allowance to keep your skills sharp and current
• Paid professional license fees and dues
• Structured career development and training programs
• Tuition support opportunities and access to the Penn Foster Veterinary Academy for career advancement

Additional Perks

• Employee pet care discounts on services and products
• Professional growth through exposure to emergency and specialty medicine career pathways
• Supportive team culture with emphasis on collaboration and respect

• Enjoy four days off every week while maintaining full-time status
• Gain advanced experience in emergency and critical care medicine
• Work in a modern hospital with cutting-edge diagnostic and treatment equipment
• Be part of a compassionate team that supports each other in high-pressure situations