Certified Veterinary Technician, Surgery

Ethos Veterinary Health; Deerfield (MA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

VetBloom CE access

Shoe stipend & scrubs

License reimbursement

RECOVER CPR training

VTNE reimbursement & VTS support

VTNE study group

Professional development

PTO & sick time

Referral bonuses

Pet discount (employee)

Family pet discount

Financial benefits access

NVA Pet Resort discount

Pet insurance discount

Medical/Dental/Vision + HSA/FSA

Life/AD&D + Disability

401(k) with employer match

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join the Surgery team in South Deerfield, MA. The role focuses on anesthesia, surgical nursing, and collaborative patient care within a specialty hospital.

CVT/RVT/LVT is required, with strong anesthesia and surgical nursing experience. The position offers full-time hours, four 9-hour shifts or three 12-hour shifts, and a competitive hourly rate with additional earning potential for VTS candidates.

Qualifications

• Must be a certified veterinary technician (CVT/RVT/LVT).
• Strong anesthesia and surgical nursing experience preferred.
• Detail-oriented with excellent technical skills and patient care standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist with surgical case management from admission through discharge.
• Scrub in and support orthopedic and soft tissue procedures.
• Perform anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery for surgical patients.
• Collect and process diagnostic samples including blood, urine, and fine needle aspirates.
• Prepare surgical suites, instruments, and equipment for procedures.
• Monitor hospitalized surgical patients and provide high-quality nursing care.
• Collaborate with surgeons, doctors, and fellow technicians to ensure excellent patient outcomes.

Skills

Anesthesia experience

Surgical nursing

Detail-oriented

Team player

Education

CVT/RVT/LVT certification

Job description

Veterinary Technician, Surgery - CVT/LVT/RVT | $23–$28/hr

Location: South Deerfield, MA

Schedule: Full-Time | Four 9-hour shifts or three 12-hour shifts | Monday–Friday

Compensation: $23–$28/hour + Additional Earning Potential for VTS Technicians

Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (VESH) in South Deerfield, MA is hiring an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our Surgery team. This full-time Veterinary Technician opportunity is ideal for a CVT, RVT, or LVT looking to strengthen advanced surgical, anesthesia, and specialty medicine skills while working alongside an experienced clinical team.

Join a collaborative specialty animal hospital where you’ll support advanced surgical procedures, manage complex cases, and provide exceptional patient care every day.

Compensation

• $23–$28/hour based on experience and skillset
• Higher compensation available for VTS candidates

Full-Time Benefits:

• Continuing Education + Free VetBloom access (RACE-approved CE)
• Paid Shoe Stipend & Scrubs provided (free to you!)
• CVT/LVT/RVT license reimbursement
• RECOVER Training for advanced CPR skills
• Veterinary Technician Education Sponsorships + VTNE reimbursement + VTS Support
• 16-Week VTNE Study Group
• Professional Development Assistance
• PTO + Sick Time
• Employee Referral Bonuses + Employee Pet Discount + Immediate Family Pet Discount
• Access exclusive financial benefits to help you save on student loans, mortgages, and personal loans
• NVA Pet Resort Discount + Pet Insurance Discount
• Medical, Dental, Vision + HSA/FSA Options
• Insurance Options: Life and AD&D + Short & Long-Term Disability + Critical Illness + Accident + Hospital Indemnity
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program

Schedule

• Four 9-hour shifts or three 12-hour shifts
• Monday–Friday

Responsibilities

• Assist with surgical case management from admission through discharge
• Scrub in and support orthopedic and soft tissue procedures
• Perform anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery for surgical patients
• Collect and process diagnostic samples including blood, urine, and fine needle aspirates
• Prepare surgical suites, instruments, and equipment for procedures
• Monitor hospitalized surgical patients and provide high-quality nursing care
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, doctors, and fellow technicians to ensure excellent patient outcomes
• Advocate for patients through attentive monitoring, compassion, and exceptional care

Qualifications

• Certified, Registered, or Licensed Veterinary Technician (CVT/RVT/LVT) required
• Strong anesthesia and surgical nursing experience preferred
• Detail-oriented with excellent technical skills and patient care standards
• Dependable, organized, and comfortable in a fast-paced specialty setting
• Positive team player with strong communication and time management skills
• Passionate about delivering exceptional patient and client care
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required

About VESH South Deerfield

Like human medical specialists, VESH supports primary care veterinarians with the evaluation and treatment of pets affected by trauma, chronic issues, serious illness, or unusual disorders requiring advanced training, while also providing critical and emergency veterinary care.

We offer a variety of specialty services including Advanced Imaging (CT), Internal Medicine, Surgery, Medical Oncology, and Emergency and Critical Care.

At VESH, you’ll join a collaborative team committed to exceptional medicine, compassionate care, and continued learning. Every role in our hospital contributes to improving the lives of pets and the families who love them.

Serving South Deerfield & Surrounding Communities

• Northampton, MA & Amherst, MA
• Greenfield, MA & Hadley, MA
• Easthampton, MA & Holyoke, MA
• Springfield, MA & West Springfield, MA
• Brattleboro, VT & Northern Connecticut communities

Considering Relocating?

Great talent can come from anywhere, and we welcome candidates who are considering a move. Whether you're relocating from another city, another state, or across the country, our Talent Acquisition team is here to support you throughout the hiring process and answer questions about the role, the hospital, and the surrounding community.

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.

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.