CVT: Full-Time 4-Day Week, Benefits & Pet Discount

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for ft

Employee pet discount

Job summary

Highland Animal Hospital in Needham, MA is seeking a full-time Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) or experienced veterinary assistant to provide skilled patient care and exceptional client service.

The role involves assisting veterinarians with exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery, performing lab work, radiographs, injections, IV catheter placement, and maintaining medical records, with a focus on compassionate animal handling and clear client communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of veterinary experience.
• CVT certification preferred.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• 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

2+ years veterinary experience

Animal handling with compassion

Client communication

Education

Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) certification

Job description

Highland Animal Hospital in Needham, MA is seeking a full-time Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) or experienced veterinary assistant to provide skilled patient care and exceptional client service.

The role involves assisting veterinarians with exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery, performing lab work, radiographs, injections, IV catheter placement, and maintaining medical records, with a focus on compassionate animal handling and clear client communication.