Veterinary Nurse/Veterinary Technician, Small Animal Clinical Sciences: College of Veterinary Medicine - UTIA

(Multiple Positions)

The College of Veterinary Medicine invites applicants to apply for the position of Veterinary Nurse, located within the Small Animal Sciences department. Currently available specialty areas include Anesthesia, Emergency and Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Nutrition, and Oncology.

The primary purpose of this position is to provide medical, surgical, and/or anesthetic nursing care or diagnostic imaging services by making patient assessments, performing triage, and preparing patients for exams or treatments. Position performs prescribed diagnostic procedures, analyzes results, and records patients' medical histories and symptoms, including observations. Position administers medicine and treatments, establishes plan of care, and operates medical equipment. Incumbent serves as a resource of information and guidance. Position supports teaching efforts by instructing students, interns, and residents. 

Please provide a letter of intent for the position(s) you are seeking, resume, copy of current veterinary technician license or AVMA accredited program transcript, and references. Candidates must also provide proof of attending an AVMA accredited program via official transcripts or diploma. 

• Provides medical, surgical, and/or anesthetic nursing care or diagnostic imaging by assessing patients, performing triage, and preparing patients for exams or treatments. 
• Performs prescribed diagnostic procedures and analyzes results. 
• Records patients' medical histories, symptoms, and observations. 
• Administers medication and treatment. 
• Helps to establish a plan of care and confers with owner. 
• Regularly communicates with supervising Clinician. 
• Operates medical equipment. 
• Collaborates with others to ensure quality patient care is received. 
• Enters charges on patient accounts. 
• Manages supplies, equipment, and inventory. 
• Organizes products, maintains equipment, and orders supplies. 
• Supports teaching efforts by instructing students, interns, and residents in the application of clinical skills according to specialty.
• On-call and other duties as assigned by direct supervisor, veterinary nursing director, or department head.

• Knowledge of veterinary medical concepts
• Knowledge of animal behavior and animal husbandry
• Knowledge of disinfection
• Knowledge of and ability to perform resuscitation
• Ability to perform diagnostic procedures
• Ability to adhere to hospital safety procedures
• Ability to work in a high stress environment
• Ability to calculate dosages and to administer drugs
• Ability to obtain patient stats
• Ability to conduct oneself if a professional manner
• Animal handling skills
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Time management skills

Minimum Qualifications:

Depending on experience and qualifications of successful candidate, individual will be hired in as a Veterinary Nurse 1, Veterinary Nurse 2, Senior Veterinary Nurse 1, or Senior Veterinary Nurse 2: 

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment-based visa status.

Veterinary Nurse 1:

• Minimum Education: Must be a graduate of an American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)- accredited program in Veterinary Technology with an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree. Upcoming graduates will be considered with the understanding that degree must be obtained prior to hire date
• Minimum Experience: None
• Additional Requirements: Must obtain a license to practice in Tennessee within first year of employment.

Veterinary Nurse 2:

• Minimum Education: Must be a graduate of an American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)- accredited program in Veterinary Technology with an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum Experience: 1 year of relevant experience in a veterinary medical center or in a private/specialty veterinary practice 
• Additional Requirements: Must hold a Veterinary Technician license and must obtain a license to practice in Tennessee within first year of employment

Senior Veterinary Nurse 1:

• Minimum Education: Must be a graduate of an American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)- accredited program in Veterinary Technology with an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree.  
• Minimum Experience: 3 years of relevant experience in a veterinary medical center or in a private/specialty veterinary practice. 
• Additional Requirements: Must hold a Veterinary Technician license and must obtain a license to practice in Tennessee within first year of employment.

Senior Veterinary Nurse 2:

• Minimum Education: Must be a graduate of an American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)- accredited program in Veterinary Technology with an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum Experience: 3 years of internal, relevant experience and 6 years of relevant experience in a veterinary medical center or 7 years in a private/specialty veterinary practice.
• Additional Requirements: Must hold a Veterinary Technician license and must obtain a license to practice in Tennessee within first year of employment. Must be a Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS).

The Veterinary Medical Center is operational 24 hours a day, 7 days per week, and 365 days per year. Occasional weekend, evening, or holiday work may be required of this position. 

Work Location:

Knoxville, Tennessee   On-Site

Compensation and Benefits: 

• UT market ranges: MR06-MR07
• Anticipated hiring range: $47,840-$70,720
• Find more information on the UT Market Range structure here
• Find more information on UT Benefits here 

About The College:

The UT College of Veterinary Medicine (UTCVM), located in Knoxville, was established by an act of the Tennessee Legislature in 1974 and is part of the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture.

UTCVM is one of 33 veterinary colleges in the United States and provides opportunities for Tennessee students while serving pet owners and the livestock industry as well as protecting public health, enhancing medical knowledge and generating economic benefits to the state and nation.