Overnight Experienced Veterinary Technician/Assistant

Overnight Experienced Veterinary Technician/Assistant

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

Overnight Schedule & Shift Differential

This position follows a rotating overnight schedule that varies from week to week and includes a combination of weekdays and weekends. For example, a schedule may include working Monday and Tuesday, having Wednesday and Thursday off, and then working Friday through Sunday, with a different rotation the following week. Flexibility is important to accommodate the hospital’s overnight staffing needs.

In recognition of the overnight hours, this position receives an additional $2.00 per hour shift differential for eligible overnight shifts, in addition to the base hourly rate.

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 Technician/Assistant

• ER and/or ICU experience 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 + overnight shift differential

• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• PTO + paid holidays for a healthy work-life balance

• Continuing Education support: annual CE allowance + CE PTO

• Student loan assistance for credentialed techs up to $4,000 per year

• Career growth opportunities within Innovetive Petcare’s nationwide network

• Modern facility & tools to support your best work

• Supportive, collaborative culture where you’re valued

• Why You’ll Love Living in Cookeville, TN

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.