Certified Veterinary Technician – Full-Time with Benefits

Highland Animal Hospital; Needham Heights (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Professional development opportunities

Employee pet discount

Job summary

Highland Animal Hospital in Needham Heights, MA is seeking a full-time Veterinary Technician to join our compassionate team. The successful candidate will assist veterinarians with exams, surgeries, anesthesia, and recovery, while providing outstanding client communication and care.

We value animal welfare, safety, and professional development, offering a comprehensive benefits package and an employee pet discount. Must have at least 2 years of veterinary experience; CVT preferred.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of veterinary experience is required.
• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) certification is preferred.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates.
• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Skills

Animal handling

Client communication

Safety compliance

Education

CVT certification (preferred)

Job description

Highland Animal Hospital in Needham Heights, MA is seeking a full-time Veterinary Technician to join our compassionate team. The successful candidate will assist veterinarians with exams, surgeries, anesthesia, and recovery, while providing outstanding client communication and care.

We value animal welfare, safety, and professional development, offering a comprehensive benefits package and an employee pet discount. Must have at least 2 years of veterinary experience; CVT preferred.