Innovetive Petcare logo

Overnight Experienced Veterinary Technician/Assistant

Innovetive Petcare
📍 Cookeville, TN·Posted Today
💰 ~$33k–$40k/yr
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

🩺 What You'll Do:

Daily responsibilities include:

  • 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 experience as an Emergency Veterinary Technican/Assistant 
    • ER and/or ICU exerperience is preferred 
    • Overnight 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
  • Schedule: 
    • We would prefer full-time, but would accept a part-time candidate who had the right experience. 

💙 Perks and Benefits of Working at Copeland Veterinary Hospital

  • 💰 Competitive hourly pay 
  • 🩺 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.

👉 Ready to Apply?

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

Apply for this Position

You'll be redirected to Innovetive Petcare's application page.

Similar Veterinary Technician Jobs

Overnight Experienced Veterinary Technician/Assistant

Innovetive Petcare · Cookeville, TN

Apply Now

Apply on Innovetive Petcare's site

Innovetive Petcare logo

Innovetive Petcare

158
Open jobs
47
Locations

Hiring for

Veterinarians, Emergency Veterinarians, Veterinary Technicians, Veterinary Receptionists, Veterinary Assistants, Kennel Attendants, Veterinary Practice Managers

See all jobs →

Overnight Experienced Veterinary Technician/Assistant

Innovetive Petcare

Apply Now