Overnight Experienced Veterinary Technician/Assistant — Emergency and Critical Care

Job overview

The Overnight Experienced Veterinary Technician/Assistant — Emergency and Critical Care role is onsite in Cookeville, TN, at Copeland Veterinary Hospital. The posting lists pay of $16–$19 per hour and describes a full-time overnight shift; part-time candidates with the right experience may also be considered. Copeland is described as Cookeville’s only 24/7 emergency animal hospital. The technician or assistant supports emergency and critical care by triaging and stabilizing cases, monitoring hospitalized patients, assisting with surgery and diagnostics, and administering medications. The role helps the overnight veterinary team deliver timely care to emergency patients.

What you'll do

• Triage and stabilize emergency cases
• monitor ICU patients, including vitals, pain, fluids, and oxygen support
• prepare patients for surgery, assist with anesthesia, and monitor recovery
• perform radiographs and laboratory testing
• administer IV, IM, SQ, and oral medications
• communicate with clients and provide discharge instructions
• maintain accurate electronic records
• coordinate care with emergency veterinarians and overnight teammates.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

veterinary technician/assistant

overnight

emergency medicine

critical care

icu monitoring

surgical support

diagnostics

medication administration

cookeville tn

copeland veterinary hospital

$16–$19/hr

medical dental vision

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• paid time off and holidays
• continuing-education allowance and PTO
• career growth opportunities
• modern facility and tools
• supportive, collaborative culture.

Why this role

The posting prefers at least one year of emergency veterinary technician or assistant experience; ER/ICU experience is preferred and overnight experience is a plus. LVT, RVT, or CVT certification is preferred but not required.

About the employer

Copeland Veterinary Hospital is hiring for this role. Industry: Veterinary Services. Sector: 54.