<p>General Information</p> <p>Ref #</p> <p>46295</p> <p>Department</p> <p>Vet Tech / Vet Assistant / VT Campus</p> <p>Job Site</p> <p>Livewell Urgent Care of East Nashville</p> <p>Date Published</p> <p>12-08-2025</p> <p>Pay Class</p> <p>Full-Time</p> <p>Base Min.</p> <p>$ 19</p> <p>Base Max.</p> <p>$ 24</p> <p>Description & Requirements</p> <p>Company Overview</p> <p>Livewell Animal Urgent Care of East Nashville is rooted in providing compassionate, personalized care to the pets and pet parents of this vibrant Tennessee community. Serving key East Nashville neighborhoods including Inglewood, Five Points, and Eastwood, we focus on high-quality, comprehensive small animal medicine, surgery, and critical urgent care. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our outstanding 4.8-star community rating, showing the trust we have built since opening in 2023. If you are looking for a place where loving them well means caring for them well, we invite you to join our dedicated medical team.</p> <p>When you join Livewell Animal Urgent Care, you become part of a professional and caring atmosphere praised consistently by our clients for its kindness and dedication. We know that practicing urgent care requires strong organizational support, and we ensure you have the resources to succeed. We maintain a culture where every teammate is patient, professional, and equipped to handle stressful situations while still providing personalized care plans. We are dedicated to helping our teammates do their best work and grow professionally alongside a team focused on mutual support and comprehensive care.</p> <p>As an urgent care provider, we offer immediate and same-day access to comprehensive veterinary medicine, focusing on small animal patients requiring diagnostics, advanced care, and surgical procedures. You will work within a well-maintained facility where cleanliness and comfort are prioritized for both pets and their owners. Our exam rooms are spacious, and we utilize advanced testing and diagnostics to rapidly assess and treat conditions ranging from routine urgent matters to non-life-threatening emergencies. This focus allows you to utilize a wide range of medical and surgical skills while directly impacting the wellness of the East Nashville community.</p> <p>Nashville, Tennessee is a destination known globally for its music, culture, and thriving hospitality scene. Located specifically in East Nashville, you will be practicing in a neighborhood celebrated for being a great place to live, full of energy and local businesses that contribute significantly to the community spirit. If you value working in a specific, supportive community that appreciates immediate, high-quality pet care, you will find Livewell Animal Urgent Care of East Nashville an ideal professional home.</p> <p>Job Description</p> <p>Your Impact as an Urgent Care Veterinary Assistant</p> <ul> <li>Be a Critical Support in Urgent Situations: You'll be an essential part of the medical team, directly assisting veterinarians and technicians with hands-on patient care in a fast-paced environment. </li><li>Ensure a Seamless Workflow During a Crisis: Your ability to anticipate needs and maintain composure will be key to keeping the clinic running efficiently, even during a medical emergency. </li><li>Provide a Calming Presence for Clients: You'll be a reassuring point of contact for worried pet owners, assisting with check-ins, payments, and communications with empathy and professionalism. </li><li>Maintain High Standards Under Pressure: You'll uphold our commitment to excellence by ensuring accurate record-keeping and maintaining a clean, safe hospital environment at all times. </li></ul> <p>What You'll Bring to the Team</p> <ul> <li>At least 1 year of veterinary experience, with ER or high-volume experience preferred. </li><li>The ability to stay calm, composed, and efficient during a medical crisis. </li><li>Confidence and skill in handling pets, with proficiency in basic laboratory, pharmacy, and nursing skills. </li><li>Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment. </li><li>A flexible schedule, with availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. </li></ul> <p>Responsibilities and Benefits</p> <p>How You're Supported</p> <p>As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.</p> <p>Competitive Compensation</p> <p>A competitive hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package.</p> <p>Total Wellbeing</p> <p>Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, plus access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).</p> <p>Financial Health</p> <p>Plan for your future with a 401k retirement plan, plus Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability options.</p> <p>Commitment to Growth</p> <p>For those interested, educational assistance is available to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs.</p> <p>The Power of a Network</p> <p>Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration and career growth.</p> <p>Valuable Perks</p> <p>Enjoy paid time off, discounted veterinary care for your own pets, and free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.</p> <p>About Mission Pet Health</p> <p>Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.</p> <p>Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values - Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.</p> <p>Physical Requirements: This role requires the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds. You will be routinely exposed to animals and medical equipment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</p> <p>EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.</p>