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Are you looking to be a part of a hospital team that feels like family, while having the support and resources to push your career forward?
If so, we would love to connect with you! VCA South Shore (Weymouth) Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our specialty departments within our busy, 24-hour emergency/referral/multi-specialty and general practice in South Weymouth, Massachusetts. We are located just 20 minutes south of Boston—within a short drive of the ski slopes of New England in the winter and the beautiful, warm beaches of Cape Cod in the summer.
We’re looking for a believer in the possibilities of high-quality veterinary medicine and patient care—with the experience and technical know-how to make them happen….a devoted team player who thrives in a collaborative environment, and is invested in their colleagues’ success….someone who takes enormous pride in their ability to listen and speak to clients like a trusted friend….a service-minded professional who is energized by the gratitude of others and in the satisfaction of a job done right. If this describes you, then we want you on our team!
Day to day responsibilities of the Specialty Medicine Veterinary Technician include:
- Pre-anesthetic patient evaluation, anesthesia induction, maintenance and recovery for a variety of procedures
- Use, maintenance and troubleshooting of veterinary anesthetic and monitoring equipment such as a ventilator, ECG, Doppler, capnograph and pulse ox.
- Familiarity with and ability to calculate and administer anesthetic and other medications
- Ability to work alongside board-certified veterinary specialists and emergency clinicians in all aspects of veterinary care including examination, hospitalization, treatment, procedures, and surgery.
- Critical thinking and taking an active part in treatment planning and execution.
- Interaction with clients and referring veterinarians regarding patient care.
- Basic skills in catheter placement, phlebotomy, radiology
Among the reasons to consider joining VCA are:
- VCA hospitals are former private-practices that retain the spirit that made them successful
- Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
- Network of 4,500+ doctors, including more than 600 Specialists
- Largest provider of Private Practice Internships and Residencies in the U.S.
- WOOF University, offering abundant CE for Doctors and Technicians
- Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities
Compensation: $18.00 - $30.00 / hour VA - CVT
pay dependent on experience, skill set, and licensure status
VCA adds value to your compensation package with the following:
- Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
- Free NAVTA Membership & RECOVER Training
- Discounts to Fear Free Certification & VetGirl
- Growth & leadership opportunities
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Career development programs
- Veterinary Technician education tuition support and scholarships
- $750 continuing education funds for credentialed associates
- Veterinary Technicianlicense reimbursement
- Generous hospital discounts and product discounts
- Employer-paid life, long- and short-term disability insurance
- VTS Path financial, and mentorship support
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Paid parental leave
- Free mental health resources and wellness subscriptions (Headspace)
- Referral bonuses
- Infertility benefits
- Competitive wage
- 401(k)
- Free access to Plumbs, and education platforms such as Vetfolio
Ready to be part of a team that feels like provides progressive medicine and excellent client care?
Apply today!
We look forward to hearing from you soon.
