Licensed Veterinary Technician

CVCA; Waltham, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

CE reimbursement

4-day work week

No weekends

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

CVCA Waltham seeks a Credentialed Veterinary Technician to join a growing CVCA team, delivering advanced cardiology care. You will work within a supportive, collaborative network offering mentorship and career development opportunities.

You will perform exams, nursing care, anesthesia support, lab work, imaging, client education, and medication handling in a fast-paced specialty setting. A 4-day work week with no weekends accompanies a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• Required: Veterinary Technician Certification or Licensure (CVT, RVT, LVT, or LVMT).
• Strong communication skills and the ability to educate clients with compassion.
• Good judgment and the ability to manage stressful situations with composure.
• A commitment to our WAG Values: Work Together, Amaze, and Grow.

Responsibilities

• Advanced Clinical Skills: Perform patient examinations, auscultate heart and lung sounds, and determine normal vs. abnormal TPRs.
• Nursing Excellence: Provide quality care to patients, including restraint, bandage maintenance, and administering medications (PO/IV/SUBQ/IM).
• Anesthesia & Surgery: In some locations, assist in surgery, maintain aseptic environments, perform endotracheal intubation, and monitor anesthesia for patient safety.
• Laboratory & Imaging: Perform laboratory procedures (hematology and blood chemistry) and manage diagnostic imaging and radiographs while implementing safety protocols.
• Client Communication: Educate clients professionally, obtaining accurate medical histories and explaining symptoms and treatments.
• Pharmacy Management: Prepare and dispense medications, calculate dosages, and handle biohazardous materials according to safety regulations.

Skills

Credentialed Veterinary Technician

Strong communication skills

Educate clients

Calm under pressure

Education

Veterinary Technician Certification or Licensure

Job description

CVCA Waltham is seeking dedicated veterinary professionals to join our collaborative specialty practice in Waltham, Massachusetts. Our mission is centered entirely on providing leading cardiology care and achieving the best outcomes for our patients and referring community. The trust we have earned is reflected directly in our excellent 4.9-star Google rating. We believe that when you feel supported and valued, you do your best work. If you are passionate about advanced medicine and ready to grow your specialized career, this is where your next opportunity begins.Our organizational culture is built upon supporting every one of our teammates. Because CVCA Waltham is part of a wider network of specialty hospitals, you gain access to resources designed specifically for your professional development. We focus heavily on ensuring you have the mentorship and educational programs necessary to succeed. Whether you aim to become a credentialed technician, expand your leadership skills, or specialize further in complex cardiology cases, we have programs tailored to help you meet those career goals. You will find a stable and passionate group of teammates ready to welcome you.As a dedicated Specialty Cardiology practice, the quality of medicine delivered here is paramount. You will work within a supportive framework that emphasizes collaborative care. Our veterinarians have immediate access to internal consultation with other specialties within our network, ensuring that every patient receives comprehensive, expert review regardless of the complexity. We provide the latest diagnostic tools necessary to manage advanced cardiac disease, giving you the ability to practice at the highest possible level of veterinary medicine in a facility equipped for precision care.Waltham, Massachusetts, known historically as Watch City, offers a vibrant blend of innovation and classic New England charm just a short distance from Boston. This community provides a high quality of life with excellent local dining, historic architecture, and easy access to urban amenities. When you step outside the hospital, you can enjoy the Charles River Greenway or explore the lively Moody Street neighborhood. This location perfectly balances demanding specialty work with convenient access to metropolitan culture and natural beauty, ensuring a rich life outside of your professional commitments.

Job Description

Your Impact as a Credentialed Veterinary Technician

We are seeking a Credentialed Veterinary Technician to join our growing CVCA team. In this role, you will help ensure we are providing exceptional experiences for our patients and their families. As part of our organization, you gain access to a peer network of over 20,000 teammates, along with resources designed to help you meet your career goals. You will utilize your full range of technical skills in a supportive, specialty environment.

Your Impact Will Include:

• Advanced Clinical Skills: You will perform patient examinations, auscultate heart and lung sounds, and determine normal vs. abnormal TPRs.
• Nursing Excellence: You will provide quality care to patients, including restraint, bandage maintenance, and administering medications (PO/IV/SUBQ/IM).
• Anesthesia & Surgery: In some locations, you may assist in surgery, maintaining aseptic environments, performing endotracheal intubation, and monitoring anesthesia for patient safety.
• Laboratory & Imaging: You may perform laboratory procedures (hematology and blood chemistry) and manage diagnostic imaging and radiographs while implementing safety protocols.
• Client Communication: You will educate clients professionally, obtaining accurate medical histories and explaining symptoms and treatments.
• Pharmacy Management: You will prepare and dispense medications, calculate dosages, and handle biohazardous materials according to safety regulations.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• Required: Veterinary Technician Certification or Licensure (CVT, RVT, LVT, or LVMT).
• Strong communication skills and the ability to educate clients with compassion.
• Good judgment and the ability to manage stressful situations with composure.
• A commitment to our WAG Values: Work Together, Amaze, and Grow.

Ready to help us WAG?

We live out our WAG Values on a daily basis, but don’t just take our word for it. Check out the video below to hear directly from some of our teammates on what our WAG Values mean to them: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=31uRjUrKTx0

As part of the CVCA and Mission Pet Health family, you are empowered to grow your career while backed by the resources of a nationwide network. We focus on your wellbeing so you can focus on your patients. Note: Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.

Work-Life Balance

We prioritize your rest and recharge time with a 4-day work week and no weekends, plus a generous PTO package.

Professional Development

We support your growth with extensive Learning & Development programs and a Continuing Education (CE) reimbursement(for full-time teammates).

Comprehensive coverage options including Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, plus access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Pay range of $32.00 - $37.00/hr based on experience.
• Plan for your future with 401k retirement options and additional financial protection benefits.

The Power of a Network

Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration and career growth.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its hospital teams so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com .

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine. We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 "Most Loved Workplace," ranked #2 in America's Top 100 and #1 in veterinary care.

Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Please contact [e-mail] with your request and contact information.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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