Job Description
Job Description
Description
At Innovetive Petcare, we know that excellent pet care, comes from exceptional teams. We bring innovation, creativity, and expertise to all of our veterinary practices! We are a dedicated support team with a primary focus on giving veterinary teams the resources to grow, allowing our doctors to focus on patient care and their own quality of life.
At Animal Emergency and Specialty Center of Knoxville, you will see the difference we are proud of :
- Our incredible team
- Our ongoing training and developement
- The ability to support referring DVMs with both Emergency and Specialty support
- We have an immaculate facility with state of the art treatment and diagnostic equipment
- and most importantly, WE CARE!
- This is a Summer position, starting on June 1st and ending at the end of August 2025
Who we are looking for :
We are searching for veterinary students and recent veterinary graduates to support our teams and share our passion for practicing high-quality veterinary medicine! Specifically, students who :
Are interested in emergency and critical care, as well as the specialties listed aboveEnjoy a busy, fast-paced environmentHave strong communication skillsHave a passion for exceptional animal careAre effective collaborators and communicatorsAre currently enrolled in an AVMA-accredited programExposure to a wide variety of emergency and specialty cases, enhancing clinical knowledge and skills.Mentorship from experienced veterinarians and specialists in emergency and critical care.Hands-on training in advanced diagnostic and treatment techniques.Opportunities to observe and assist with complex procedures and surgeries in a real-world setting.Experience working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment with a dedicated team of veterinary professionals.What to expect :
As a summer employee at AESC, you can expect to experience a wide array of cases, including :
emergency triage and critical careinternal medicinesurgeryoncologyfeline hyperthyroidism treatmentWe believe in learning! We want our students, whether externs or student technicians and assistants to be hands-on and eager to jump in, but we promise, our team will be there beside you to help you learn and grow!
Key Responsibilities :
Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians in emergency and specialty care procedures.Support with patient assessments, including taking vitals, performing physical exams, and gathering medical histories.Observe and assist in diagnostic testing, including blood work, urinalysis, and radiographic procedures.Help manage patient intake and ensure accurate medical records are maintained.Provide hands-on assistance in routine and emergency surgeries, under supervision.Assist with administering medications, fluids, and injections as directed by licensed staff.Ensure proper patient care in both emergency and critical care settings.Help prepare and sterilize surgical instruments, as well as maintain a clean and organized work environment.Communicate with clients, providing updates on patient status and assisting with discharge instructions.Gain experience working in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary emergency and specialty care setting.Innovetive Petcare offers personalized opportunities at our practices. We know that not everyone wants the same experience, let us customize your experience for YOU!
We offer :
Flexible availability : students will work in a part time capacity based on the needs of the practice and to help support any upcoming breaks or PTO to support the team through our summer months. You can expect to work up to 30 hours a week.Location : Knoxville, TNFUN : At Innovetive Petcare, we believe that work can be fun. This applies to externships too!Opportunities for future growth and development within a premier ER and Specialty practice.
