Description

Veterinary Technician/Assistant

Department: Veterinary Assistants

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Cookeville, Tennessee

Compensation: $15.00 - $18.00 / hour

Description

Are you an experienced Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant looking for a hospital where you can expand your skills, work alongside a supportive team, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of pets and their families?

At Copeland Veterinary Hospital, we combine high-quality general practice medicine with 24/7 emergency and critical care services. We are seeking compassionate, motivated veterinary professionals who are passionate about patient care, client service, and growing their careers in veterinary medicine.

Whether you're a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT, RVT, CVT) or an experienced Veterinary Assistant, this is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative team that values learning, teamwork, and exceptional patient care.

$15.00-$18.00 per hour, based on experience, skills, and qualifications.

This is a full-time position that generally includes:

• Four full weekdays per week
• Every other Saturday (8:00 AM-12:00 PM)
• Weekday shifts may vary between:
  • 7:30 AM-5:30 PM or 6:00 PM
  • 10:30 AM-7:30 PM
• Flexibility with evening hours is highly preferred as we continue to expand our urgent care services
• After a comprehensive training period (approximately 90 days), team members will be trained in ICU and expected to cover a 12-hour ICU shift on a Saturday or Sunday approximately every 4-6 weeks

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, values continued learning, and is excited to develop emergency and critical care skills.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Assist with patient care, treatments, and diagnostics
• Collect laboratory samples and perform radiographs
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor anesthesia
• Administer medications and treatments
• Monitor hospitalized patients and document care
• Communicate with clients and provide patient updates
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Collaborate with veterinarians and hospital staff to deliver exceptional care

Skills Knowledge and Expertise

• 1+ year of veterinary experience preferred
• LVT, RVT, or CVT preferred but not required
• Experienced Veterinary Assistants encouraged to apply
• Venipuncture, catheter placement, patient restraint, and surgical prep experience preferred
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedules
• 401K with company match
• Career development and training