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General Information

Ref #
43546
Department
Vet Tech / Vet Assistant / VT Campus
Job Site
Belmont Animal Hospital
Date Published
10-24-2025
Pay Class
Full-Time
Base Min.
$ 25
Base Max.
$ 29

Description & Requirements

Company Overview
Belmont Animal Hospital is dedicated to delivering high-quality small animal medicine, building on a foundation of community trust demonstrated by our outstanding 4.8-star Google rating. We are proud to confirm our status as an AAHA accredited practice, a recognition that reflects our ongoing commitment to the highest standards of veterinary care and operational excellence. If you are seeking a supportive and patient-focused environment where you can do your best work every day, we invite you to explore this opportunity in Nashville, TN.

Joining our network means becoming part of a supportive structure designed to help all teammates succeed and achieve their career goals. We prioritize a culture of continuous learning, offering robust educational programs for technicians seeking credentialing and clear pathways for leadership development across all departments. We know that excellent patient care begins with well-supported teammates, which is why we provide resources, mentorship, and a commitment to ensuring you have the support you need to advance professionally within your chosen career path.

At Belmont Animal Hospital, we strive to maintain the highest quality of small animal medical care, leveraging our network’s ability to enhance local services. Our veterinarians benefit from direct access to internal specialty consultations, ensuring that complex cases are handled collaboratively and effectively. This collaborative approach allows you to expand your clinical skills in a general practice setting while having the security of advanced technological and diagnostic support behind your daily decisions.

When you are ready to clock out, you will find yourself in the heart of Nashville, a city renowned for its vibrant culture, exceptional food scene, and world-class live music. Nashville offers a perfect blend of southern hospitality and modern sophistication, providing beautiful parks, unique neighborhood enclaves, and excellent year-round entertainment. Whether you enjoy exploring historic districts or catching a show, Nashville provides an exciting backdrop for your personal life.
Job Description

Your Impact as an Urgent Care LVT

Note: The Licensed Veterinary Technician title is used in various states based on state-specific licensing and credentialing requirements. Responsibilities may vary depending on the hospital and/or state and will be outlined by the state’s Veterinary Practice Act and/or the responsible veterinarian, where applicable.

  • Be a Lifeline for Patients in Crisis: You'll be on the front lines, utilizing your full skillset in triage, stabilization, patient monitoring, and critical care under veterinarian supervision.
  • Provide Clarity in Critical Moments: You'll be a vital and calming link for pet owners, clearly explaining treatments, reviewing discharge instructions, and providing reassurance during stressful times.
  • Lead and Elevate Your Team: In a fast-paced setting, you'll guide and support your colleagues, ensuring a smooth workflow and fostering a focused, collaborative atmosphere.
  • Ensure Seamless Care: Your clear and accurate record-keeping in a fast-paced environment will be crucial for patient handoffs, case management, and effective team communication.

What You'll Bring to the Team

  • A calm, efficient, and decisive approach, especially during medical emergencies.
  • Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program and a current state license in good standing.
  • Proficiency in a range of technical skills, with a strong aptitude for emergency procedures, anesthesia monitoring, and critical care nursing.
  • Confidence in handling animals of all temperaments and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong communication skills and a passion for working collaboratively under pressure.
  • One year of experience in a veterinary setting is preferred; urgent care or emergency experience is a plus!

Responsibilities and Benefits

How You're Supported

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.

Competitive Compensation

Competitive hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package.

Total Wellbeing

Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, and more, plus Maternity Leave and 24/7 TeleDoc access.

Financial Health

Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match, plus Long & Short-Term Disability insurance for peace of mind.

Commitment to Growth

Receive a yearly CE allowance with dedicated paid days off and opportunities for tuition reimbursement to advance your career.

The Power of a Network

Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration and career growth.

Peace of Mind

Company-paid Professional Liability Coverage, so you can focus on what you do best: providing excellent patient care.

About Mission Pet Health

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.

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.

Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds. This role requires routine exposure to animals and medical equipment in a potentially noisy environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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