VCSG is looking for compassionate, skilled Emergency Veterinary Technicians to join our growing team!

• Emergency & Critical Care Nursing: Use your skills to perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and medication administration via all routes. You'll be delivering compassionate and meticulous care in high-pressure situations.
• Patient Interventions & CPR: You'll be monitoring patients at risk for cardiac and respiratory arrest and will initiate CPR as needed.   
• Patient Monitoring/Record Keeping: You'll be performing patient assessments using various monitoring techniques and communicating with pet owners about their pet's history.
• Diagnostics: You'll be hands-on using various diagnostics, including radiology, obtaining and handling patient samples, and performing tests in our in-house laboratory.
• Anesthesia Monitoring/Surgical Assistance: You’ll keep detailed records of the anesthetic procedures — what was used, how the patient responded, and any other events along the way. During procedures, you’re ensuring everything’s running like clockwork. If anything seems off, you’re quick on your feet and ready to respond to emergencies.
• Collaboration: You will partner with our various department teams to plan and coordinate anesthesia protocols for each patient, while communicating with the team on patient status.  
• Patient Advocacy: Advocate for the well-being and comfort of patients from the moment they arrive until they are discharged.

• 1-2 years of nursing experience in a veterinary setting, proven experience in ER, Urgent Care, or Specialty/Referral practice preferred.
• Strong knowledge of veterinary anesthetic drugs and their effects, backed by specialized training and expertise 
• Skilled in venipuncture, IV catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, drug calculations, and other technical skills. 
• Strong medical math skills and experience with drug calculations.
• Attention to detail, must be thorough in your work, with a focus on accuracy, especially in critical moments 
• Excellent communication and people skills. 
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment and can juggle multiple tasks. 
• Compassionate, detail-oriented, and a team player. 
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs
• Must be available for a full time schedule (36+ hours per week)

• Generous employee pet care discount
• Free Employee Assistance Program with mental health & financial wellness resources
• Competitive hourly pay and shift differentials for nights and weekends
• Opportunities for continuing education, including allowance and additional paid time off.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance
• 120 hours annual paid time off and floating holiday time

Veterinary Care & Specialty Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Location: Oak Ridge, TN  

Schedule: Full-Time 

The Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Technician supports Standard Nuclear’s manufacturing and laboratory operations by installing, maintaining, calibrating, and troubleshooting instrumentation and control systems. This role ensures that critical process equipment, sensors, and control systems operate reliably and in accordance with technical and safety requirements. 

This is a hands-on role working with a variety of industrial systems including sensors, transmitters, control loops, and automated equipment. The I&C Technician works closely with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to support system performance, resolve issues, and maintain safe and efficient operations. 

RESPONSIBILITIES  

Instrumentation & Controls Maintenance 

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot instrumentation including sensors, transmitters, gauges, and control devices 

• Perform routine inspections, testing, and preventative maintenance on control systems and equipment 

• Diagnose and repair issues with control loops, signal wiring, and instrumentation systems 

• Support calibration of instruments to ensure accuracy and compliance with specifications 

System Support & Troubleshooting 

• Troubleshoot electrical and control system issues in manufacturing and laboratory environments 

• Work with engineering teams to support system startup, commissioning, and modifications 

• Assist in identifying root causes of equipment or process issues and implement corrective actions 

• Support integration and testing of new instrumentation and control systems 

Calibration & Documentation 

• Perform and document calibration activities in accordance with company procedures 

• Maintain accurate records of maintenance, calibration, and system changes 

• Ensure compliance with quality and regulatory requirements for instrumentation and controls 

Operational Support 

• Provide on-the-floor support to manufacturing and technical teams 

• Assist operators and engineers in resolving equipment and process issues 

• Support safe operation of equipment by ensuring instrumentation and controls function as intended 

Safety & Compliance 

• Follow all safety procedures and requirements, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) and PPE usage 

• Support compliance with EH&S, quality, and regulatory requirements 

• Identify and report unsafe conditions or equipment issues 

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS  

• Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent experience in Instrumentation, Electrical Technology, Mechatronics, or a related field 

• 2–5 years of experience working with industrial instrumentation and control systems 

• Experience with sensors, transmitters, control loops, and industrial automation systems 

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and technical drawings 

• Experience with calibration of instruments and use of calibration equipment 

• Familiarity with PLCs, HMIs, and industrial control systems is a plus 

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills 

• Ability to work in manufacturing, laboratory, or industrial environments 

• Experience in nuclear, chemical, energy, or other regulated industries is a plus 

BENEFITS  

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance  

• Health Savings Account  

• Disability and Life Insurance  

• 401K Plan  

• Paid Time Off, Holidays  

WORK ENVIRONMENT  

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

This role is based on-site in Oak Ridge, TN and supports employees across office, engineering, and manufacturing environments. Responsibilities include device deployment, system administration, and technical support. Occasional work in technical or operational areas may be required. Reasonable accommodation will be provided for qualified individuals. 

Standard Nuclear embraces equal opportunity and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.  

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.