About this role
Lenoir City Animal Clinic is seeking a Veterinary Assistant/Technician to join our dedicated team! If you’re passionate about animals, enjoy hands-on patient care, and thrive in a fast-paced clinical setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you. In this role, you'll work closely with our veterinarians and technicians to assist with medical procedures, patient care, and client education—ensuring every pet receives the highest standard of care. 📍 Location: 601 Highway 321 N, Lenoir City, TN 🕒 Hours of Operation: Monday–Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Sunday: Closed This role is focused on direct patient care and clinical support. Front desk duties are not part of regular responsibilities, though occasional coverage may be needed for breaks or call-outs. 🐾 Patient Care & Clinical Support Assist veterinarians and technicians during physical exams, diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures Administer medications as prescribed (oral, injectable, subcutaneous, and topical) Monitor and record vital signs, patient behavior, and condition during exams, procedures, and recoveries Prepare patients for surgery: including surgical site prep, patient positioning, and maintaining sterile fields Assist with anesthesia induction and monitoring under supervision Collect and process diagnostic samples (blood, fecal, urine) and assist with radiographs and in-house lab testing Perform basic patient care tasks such as nail trims, anal gland expressions, grooming assistance, ear cleanings, and wound care Maintain cleanliness and proper sterilization of exam rooms, treatment areas, surgical suite, and medical equipment Ensure accurate and timely documentation of treatments and observations in patient records