Certified Veterinary Technician

Marsveterinary; Brookline (MA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 50,971; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

401(k)

Veterinary Technician license reimbursement

Continuing education support

Referral bonuses

Job summary

VCA Brookline Animal Hospital is looking for a Credentialed Veterinary Technician or experienced Veterinary Assistant to enhance our dedicated team. The role involves providing compassionate care, client education, and managing medical processes in a supportive environment.

We offer a competitive hourly wage of $24 – $37 depending on experience, as well as numerous benefits including medical insurance and career development opportunities. Apply now to join a committed team in Brookline!

Qualifications

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician or a full-time experienced Veterinary Assistant.
• Ability to maintain a positive, low-stress atmosphere for clients and patients.
• Commitment to continuing education and career development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate patient care.
• Educate and care for clients.
• Administer pharmacy and medications.
• Process lab samples.
• Perform diagnostic imaging.
• Assist in surgical preparation.
• Monitor anesthesia during procedures.
• Perform dentistry procedures.
• Maintain medical records.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Client education and care

Pharmacy and medication administration

Lab sample collection and processing

Diagnostic imaging

Surgical preparation and assisting

Anesthesia monitoring

Dentistry

Medical record-keeping

Education

Veterinary Technology degree

Job description

VCA Brookline Animal Hospital

VCA Brookline Animal Hospital is seeking a Credentialed Veterinary Technician or full‑time experienced Veterinary Assistant to join the team at our fast‑paced, general medicine practice that has been an integral part of the Brookline community for over 30 years.

Compensation

$24 – $37 per hour based on experience, skill set, and licensure status.

Schedule

Full time, weekend rotation required.

Why Join the VCA Family?

We are passionate about supporting our veterinary assistants and technicians and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. At VCA Animal Hospitals, we are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. We support a work environment where you can focus on your career, happiness, and the patients you serve.

Some of the benefits we offer

• Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
• Growth & leadership opportunities
• Career development programs
• Veterinary Technology degree tuition support and scholarships
• Veterinary Technician license reimbursement
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Generous hospital discounts and product discounts
• Employer‑paid life, long‑ and short‑term disability insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k)
• Free mental health resources and wellness subscriptions (Headspace)
• Referral bonuses
• Competitive wage
• Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities
• Full‑time and Part‑time positions available

Why We Want You

As a member of the VCA team, you will help create and maintain a positive, low‑stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parent—by delivering an outstanding client experience—so we can provide exceptional care to every patient.

Duties

• Compassionate patient care
• Client education and care
• Pharmacy and medication administration
• Lab sample collection and processing
• Diagnostic imaging
• Surgical preparation and assisting
• Anesthesia monitoring
• Dentistry
• Medical record‑keeping

Ready to grow with a collaborative and supportive team?

Apply now—We look forward to hearing from you!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer—Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.