Overview
Experienced Veterinary Technician Jobs in Knoxville, TN at My Pets Wellness
My Pets Wellness has an immediate opening for an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our growing team in our Knoxville location!
The My Pets Wellness team is dedicated to creating a culture that prioritizes our team members’ mental health and overall wellbeing while providing high-quality care to our patients. The wellness of our employees and our patients is truly at the forefront of everything we do. We are invested in our team members feeling supported, fulfilled, and balanced.
Industry-Leading Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with up to 4% employer match
Tenure-based annual raises
30 days of 100% paid parental leave for eligible employees
PTO and 5 paid holidays
CE opportunities and reimbursement of license fees for credentialed technicians
Employee discounts on exams and services
A licensed mental health professional on staff & wellness-focused company culture
24-hour access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program
Opportunities for advancement and professional growth for both veterinarians and technicians, and a culture that recognizes and appreciates our technicians and support staff
Accountabilities:
Assist veterinarian in appointments — patient restraint, obtain patient history, etc.
Record patient vital signs.
Administer medications (oral, IM, IV, etc.) and other patient treatments.
Perform venipuncture and place IV catheters.
Obtain patient radiographs (Dental and Non-Dental).
Perform in-house laboratory tests — CBC and blood chemistry, urinalysis, ear, and skin cytology.
Induce and monitor anesthesia.
Perform canine and feline dental cleanings.
Educate clients about various aspects of animal health.
Maintain patient records using Vetspire practice management software.
Administrative tasks — client communication, making appointments, and taking payments.
Additional accountabilities, as required:
Ensure all surgical equipment is properly cleaned, sterilized, and stored.
Maintain accurate documentation of patient files and updated plan of care.
Able to effectively communicate updates and direct new product rollouts and/ or SOPs.
Preferred Qualifications:
3+ years of experience as a veterinary technician working in small animal medicine/surgery.
Experience assisting doctors with dental procedures including monitoring vitals, performing routine cleanings independently, and obtaining dental radiographs preferred.
Strong customer service and communication skills required.
Knowledge of modern veterinary medicine and the ability to assist with surgical procedures.
About My Pets Wellness:
My Pets Wellness is a veterinarian-founded team redesigning the culture of veterinary medicine. We’re invested in our teams’ personal and professional wellbeing, and we offer the benefits and company culture to foster our team both as people and as professionals. Providing the best care for your patients requires taking care of yourself first, and we’re here to make sure you can.
A Family-First Approach:
As a family-first company, our team understands the challenges parent-practitioners often face in the workplace. We offer generous maternity and paternity leave options, pre-tax childcare flexible spending accounts, and the flexibility to adjust your schedule to fit the demands of parenthood and family life.
Why Join Right Now?
Our team is as committed to our people as we are the pets we care for. At MPW, you’re encouraged to take the time you need to be the best version of yourself. Flexible scheduling, a strong emphasis on mental health and work/life balance, professional mentorship relationships, cutting edge medical tools and technology, and continuing education opportunities are just a few reasons to join our growing pack!
Equal Opportunity Employer:
My Pets Wellness provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, My Pets Wellness complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
My Pets Wellness expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of My Pets Wellness employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 – $23.50 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
10 hour shift
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed
Experience:
Veterinary technician: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Experienced Veterinary Technician
Company: My Pets Wellness
Location: Knoxville, TN
