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Join our privately owned, non-corporate practice, Priest Lake Veterinary Hospital — a low-volume, high-touch clinic south of Nashville with a 50-year legacy of gold-standard medicine for every patient. We primarily see dogs and cats and also care for a wide variety of exotic pets (rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, ferrets, hedgehogs, bearded dragons, geckos, small birds, and more). We are home to the only board-certified exotic companion mammal specialist in the state of Tennessee. What you'll do Provide high-quality care and client support in a collaborative, supportive team environment Perform animal restraint/handling, obtain patient histories, administer vaccines/injections, and draw blood Assist with in-clinic lab work (fecal flotations, smears, ear cytologies), take radiographs, and support surgery prep and anesthesia monitoring Place catheters, assist with intubation when appropriate, fill prescriptions, and use Avimark Help deliver modern care using our ultrasound, dental x-ray, and Class 4 laser therapy Schedule & hours Full-time, typically 35-40 hours/week on a flexible 4-day schedule. No weekends. Hours may flex based on staffing needs. Requirements Minimum 1-2 years of veterinary assistant experience (2 years strongly preferred) Comfortable with the core skills listed above Strong communication skills and a genuine passion for both pets and people Preferred Current Tennessee LVMT (licensed veterinary medical technician) license (encouraged but not required) Experience with exotic species or advanced nursing skills Fluency in Spanish is very helpful but not required Benefits Competitive pay: $17.00-$22.00 per hour based on experience and licensure Flexible 4-day workweek with no weekends Unlimited VIN continuing education Employee discount Paid time off Supportive team culture in a low-volume, high-touch environment with modern equipment Why this role stands out You'll work with a broad range of species (including interesting exotics), use modern technology, and practice high-quality medicine without the high volume or corporate pace of many clinics. We value work-life balance, ongoing learning, and individualized care for every patient.

• We review applications promptly and look forward to meeting candidates who want a rewarding career in a supportive, independent practice.

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Pay:

$17.00 - $22.00 per hour Expected hours: 35.0 - 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Continuing education credits Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off

Work Location:

In person