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Veterinary Technician

5 hours ago

Bartlett, Tennessee, United States PetVet Care Centers Full time

PetVet Care Centers' Hillcrest Animal Hospital
is currently seeking
Veterinary Technician / Kennel Assistant
to join their team.

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.
We deliver the
Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time.
That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than
420 locally led hospitals
and over
11,000 team members nationwide
, we offer:

  • Local autonomy with national support
  • Career mobility and development opportunities
  • A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.
Position Overview

  • The Veterinary Technician supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients. Responsibilities include providing patient care by determining animal requirements, conducting examinations and diagnostic procedures, assisting during surgery and operations, providing nursing care, assisting with feeding and caring for patients, maintaining medical supplies and equipment, overseeing triage and discharging patients, and maintaining patient medical records.

Key Responsibilities

  • Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations and interviews, reviewing care plans and records, completing laboratory tests and studies, and diagnostic imaging.
  • Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, drugs, and vaccines, and bandaging and wrapping wounds.
  • Support patient examinations and operations by assembling required supplies and instruments, securing and bringing patients to examination rooms, and restraining patients; aids as directed by the veterinarian.
  • Provide excellent pet care by applying full knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, pharmacology, specialized equipment usage, and specialized drug administration.
  • Obtain and verify medications.
  • Ensure that patients have food and water, clean patients' rooms, cages, and equipment; observe patients for clinical signs of disease.
  • As directed, fill prescriptions and administer medications, including proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
  • Maintain a safe, secure, healthy, and humane environment by sterilizing and wrapping instruments, sanitizing and disinfecting holding and operating areas, storing sterile supplies, verifying shelf life, following standards and procedures, and in compliance with applicable legal regulations.
  • Maintain medical records by documenting patients' conditions, reactions, and changes; update the database in an accurate and timely manner.
  • Communicate with the pet owner about the status of the patient, as directed by the veterinarian.
  • Maintain equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining equipment supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
  • Maintain inventory, place orders for needed supplies, verify, and maintain receipts.
  • Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional journals.
  • Release pets to their owners as directed; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed before their release.
  • Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or practice.

Qualifications (Required)

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Two or more years of experience with veterinary appointments, surgeries, and nursing care for hospitalized and critical patients.
  • A veterinary assistant or veterinary technician who understands that kennel shifts will be rotated.
  • May consider an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experiences.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

  • At least two years of VA/VT experience
  • Care and Compassion: Displays a desire to build rapport, provide personal assistance, and emotional support.
  • Team Orientation: Works cooperatively with the team to address tasks and accomplish goals.
  • Dependability: Demonstrates responsibility in completing tasks and accomplishing goals.
  • Initiative: Proactively looks for the opportunity to address and follow through on work activities.
  • Flexibility and Multi-Tasking: Adapts quickly to changing demands and manages multiple priorities effectively.
  • Communication: Uses effective and appropriate methods of interacting with others.
  • Customer Services: Displays a desire to provide outstanding service and exceed customer expectations.
  • Organization and Attention to Detail: Monitors and reviews information thoroughly and maintains an organized system for all documents.
  • Adherence to Rules and Instructions: Consistently follows standard procedures.

Schedule:

  • 4 10-hour shifts a week and rotating weekends

What We Offer
We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
  • 401(k) with discretionary contribution
  • Team Member Pet Discounts
  • Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
  • CE stipends and career development resources
  • Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
  • Local hospital culture backed by national resources

At PetVet Care Centers, we're committed to a
Culture of Care
— for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With
more than 420 hospitals across the U.S.
and a team of over
11,000 dedicated professionals
, including
1700+ veterinarians
, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on
partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy
, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you're providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.
PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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