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Overnight Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Innovetive Petcare, Cookeville, TN, United States


Overnight Experienced Veterinary Assistant
Department:

Veterinary Technicians

Employment Type:

Full Time

Location:

Cookeville, Tennessee

Compensation:

$17.00 - $21.00 / hour

Description
Are you an experienced

Veterinary Technician

or

Veterinary Assistant

looking to thrive in emergency medicine? At

Copeland Veterinary Hospital —Cookeville’s only 24/7 emergency animal hospital—you’ll work with a team that saves lives every shift.

We’re hiring

skilled, compassionate, and motivated veterinary professionals

with a strong interest in

emergency and critical care . Whether you're a licensed technician or an experienced assistant, this is your opportunity to grow in a high-acuity, fast-paced environment.

Location:

Copeland Veterinary Hospital – 821 E 10th St, Cookeville, TN 38501

Shift:

Full-Time |

Overnight Shift

| Emergency & Critical Care

$2,000 Sign-On or Relocation Bonus

for Highly Qualified

Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVTs)

What You'll Do:

Emergency Triage & Stabilization:

Quickly assess and stabilize emergency cases

ICU Monitoring:

Track vitals, manage pain, fluid therapy, and oxygen support

Surgical Support:

Prep patients, assist in anesthesia, monitor recovery

Diagnostics:

Perform radiographs, run lab samples, and interpret results

Medication Administration:

Deliver IV, IM, SQ, and PO meds accurately

Client Communication:

Provide compassionate, clear updates and discharge instructions

Workflow Coordination:

Prioritize care, maintain accurate records in EMRs

Team Collaboration:

Work closely with ER DVMs and overnight teammates

What We’re Looking For
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 + $2/hour overnight differential

$2,000 sign-on bonus for highly qualified certified veterinary technicians

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

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.

Be part of a veterinary team where your work truly saves lives—night after night.

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