Veterinary Services Liaison, Emergency

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  $18 - $27 per hour

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  $4.50 per hour shift differential for shifts worked after 6 PM or on weekends

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  Serve as a primary point of contact for ER and Critical Care clients throughout the patient's visit, supporting communication from presentation through discharge, hospitalization, and follow-up.

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  Assist with obtaining patient histories for incoming ER cases, prioritizing stat and high-acuity patients, and support client communication regarding patient updates, treatment discussions, financial information, and follow-up recommendations.

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  Coordinate ER and Critical Care admissions, discharges, transfers, hospitalized patient visits, and ongoing client communication in collaboration with the medical team.

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  Facilitate communication between ER/ECC doctors, Veterinary Technicians, Veterinary Assistants, and Client Service Representatives to support efficient patient flow.

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  Obtain outside medical records, laboratory results, and diagnostic information; facilitate transfer calls, specialty consultations, internal referrals, and follow-up scheduling as needed.

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  Assist doctors and Veterinary Technicians with medical record organization and completion, maintaining accurate documentation in EzyVet and SmartFlow.

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  Perform basic technical and patient care duties as needed, including submitting radiographs, running in-house laboratory testing, processing outside laboratory samples, preparing medications, and removing medical equipment for discharge.

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  Prioritize workflow based on patient acuity and hospital needs while assisting the ER and Critical Care team during periods of high patient volume.

• Full-time schedule consisting of four 10-hour day shifts.

• Flexibility with your work schedule based on the operational needs of the emergency and specialty hospital is required.

• Some weekends and holidays may be required based on hospital needs.

• Minimum one year of experience in veterinary medicine with a strong understanding of veterinary medical terminology, medical records, and emergency or critical care workflow.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and compassionately with clients, doctors, Veterinary Technicians, Veterinary Assistants, and support staff.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, anticipate workflow needs, and remain effective in a fast-paced emergency veterinary hospital.

• Proficiency with electronic medical record systems; EzyVet and SmartFlow experience preferred.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand, walk, and bend for extended periods, and work around animal waste, cleaning chemicals, and the hospital environment.

Fluent English speaking and reading skills required.

Nashville Veterinary Specialists is a specialty veterinary hospital in Nashville, TN committed to providing excellent patient care while fostering a positive, respectful, and supportive workplace. Our team values collaboration, professional development, and creating an environment where Veterinary Technicians can continue enhancing their skills and seek guidance from experienced teammates.

Our newly renovated and expanded hospital provides a modern setting for advanced veterinary medicine and offers opportunities to work alongside experienced veterinary professionals across specialty services.

Nashville Veterinary Specialists is located in Nashville, TN and serves surrounding communities including Franklin, Brentwood, Murfreesboro, Hendersonville, Gallatin, Mount Juliet, Smyrna, and surrounding Middle Tennessee communities.

Employee referral bonus opportunities may be available. Please contact the hospital for current program details.

A $2,500 relocation bonus is available to experienced candidates. If you are considering relocating to Nashville, TN for this opportunity, we encourage you to explore the area and learn more about joining our specialty team.

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next. Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery. Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally. At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

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At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.