Description
VCSG is looking for compassionate, skilled Emergency Veterinary Technicians to join our team in North America’s First National Park City!
$2000 Sign On Bonus for Overnight and Weekend CVT/RVT/LVTs
Who We Are
Veterinary Care & Specialty Group (VCSG) is Chattanooga’s premier multi-specialty and emergency hospital. We blend compassionate care with cutting edge technology. If you want to utilize your advanced nursing skills in a supportive environment where your growth is prioritized, you belong here.
Elevate Your Skills with Cutting-Edge Medicine
At VCSG, you will work alongside board-certified specialists and utilize some of the most advanced diagnostic and treatment tools in veterinary medicine, including:
Advanced Imaging: Onsite 1.5 Tesla MRI, 128-slice CT scanner, and C-arm fluoroscopy.
Critical Care Support: High-flow oxygen ventilation, long-term ventilators, and an onsite blood bank.
Dedicated Cancer Center: Featuring our new, state-of-the-art Varian 2024 Edge Linear Accelerator for advanced radiation oncology
Community Partnerships: Our team works in partnership with the Erlanger Life Force K9 Transport Unit, the first of its kind in the state.
What You'll Do
As a vital member of our Emergency and Critical Care team, you will:
Provide Advanced Nursing Care: Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and precise drug calculations.
Manage Anesthesia & Surgery: Partner with specialists to design anesthesia protocols, monitor complex procedures, and respond quickly to emergencies.
Lead Life-Saving Interventions: Monitor critical patients and initiate CPR as needed (annual RECOVER-CPR training provided onsite).
Utilize In-House Diagnostics: Run comprehensive testing in our advanced laboratory and capture high-quality digital radiographs.
Qualifications
Experience: 1–2 years of veterinary nursing experience; preference given to ER, Urgent Care, or Specialty/Referral backgrounds.
Credentials: LVT, RVT, or CVT preferred (and required for the sign-on bonus).
Availability: Must be available for evening, overnight, or weekend shifts.
Skills: Strong medical math, thorough anesthetic knowledge, and exceptional communication.
Why Choose VCSG & Chattanooga?
The Scenic City: Nestled in the Appalachian Mountains along the Tennessee River, Chattanooga is an outdoor lover's paradise (hiking, kayaking, biking) with a vibrant, artsy downtown culture.
Unmatched Professional Growth: Work in a teaching environment featuring a rotating internship and surgical residency program. Enjoy an annual CE stipend and dedicated CE time off.
Premium Benefits: Competitive hourly pay with overnight/weekend shift differentials, 120 hours of annual PTO, a generous employee pet discount, comprehensive health/dental/vision insurance, and a free Employee Assistance Program.
Meet Our Hospital
Website: www.vcsgvets.com
Ready to Apply? Take the next step in your career by submitting your resume and cover letter today!
Veterinary Care & Specialty Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
