Veterinary Cardiology Technician

Mission Pet Health; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401k retirement options

Life Insurance and Disability coverage

Discounted veterinary care for your 
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Teladoc 24/7 doctor access

Educational assistance for AVMA-accred

Job summary

Mission Pet Health is seeking a Cardiology Veterinary Technician to perform specialized cardiac diagnostics and support anesthesia across our network. This role requires AVMA-accredited training, a licensed credential, and experience in cardiology or related fields.

You will handle drug calculations, phlebotomy, patient care, and client communication while supporting training of teammates and maintaining accurate records. The position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program.
• A current state veterinary technician license in good standing.
• Experience in cardiology, internal medicine, or a specialty/referral environment is a plus.
• A calm and efficient approach, especially in fast-paced or stressful situations.
• Strong communication skills and a passion for working collaboratively.
• The physical capability to lift and carry animals up to 40 lbs, with comfort in prolonged standing, bending, kneeling, and physical activity.
• The ability to travel to secondary locations as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform Specialized Cardiac Diagnostics: ECGs, Holter monitor set-up and data collection, blood pressure measurement, and advanced cardiac imaging.
• Ensure Precise Drug Calculation and Administration for cardiac medications, sedatives, and emergency drugs.
• Perform Phlebotomy and Sample Collection: venipuncture, IV catheter placement, lab samples, radiographs.
• Provide Compassionate Care: patient comfort and clean, organized facility.
• Create a Positive Client Experience: discharge patients, review treatment plans, and assist with client service operations.
• Drive Operational Excellence and Mentorship: maintain medical records, prescriptions, controlled drug logs, and mentor teammates.
• Support Anesthesia and Patient Monitoring (in select locations): induction, maintenance, monitoring, escalation to cardiologist.

Education

AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program

Current state veterinary technician license in good standing

Tools

Cardiology equipment

Job description

Your Impact as a Cardiology Veterinary Technician

Note: The Credentialed Veterinary Technician title is used in various states based on state-specific licensing and credentialing requirements. Responsibilities may vary depending on the hospital and/or state and will be outlined by the state's Veterinary Practice Act and/or the responsible veterinarian, where applicable.

• Perform Specialized Cardiac Diagnostics: You'll perform and assist with specialized diagnostics including ECGs, Holter monitor set-up and data collection, blood pressure measurement, and other advanced cardiac imaging.
• Ensure Precise Drug Calculation and Administration: You'll accurately calculate, prepare, and administer cardiac medications, sedatives, and emergency drugs.
• Perform Phlebotomy and Sample Collection: You'll perform venipuncture, place IV catheters, collect samples for laboratory analysis, and take radiographs.
• Provide Compassionate Care: You'll provide compassionate patient care and ensure patient comfort, all while maintaining a clean and organized facility.
• Create a Positive Client Experience: You'll discharge patients, review treatment plans and follow-up care with clients, and assist with client service operations such as answering phones and scheduling appointments.
• Drive Operational Excellence and Mentorship: You'll accurately maintain medical records, prescriptions, and controlled drug logs using our computer systems, and help train and mentor veterinary assistants and new teammates.
• Support Anesthesia and Patient Monitoring (in select locations): You'll induce, maintain, and monitor patients under sedation and anesthesia, continuously assessing vital parameters in often medically fragile cardiac patients and escalating concerns to the cardiologist promptly.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program.
• A current state veterinary technician license in good standing.
• Experience in cardiology, internal medicine, or a specialty/referral environment is a plus.
• A calm and efficient approach, especially in fast-paced or stressful situations.
• Strong communication skills and a passion for working collaboratively.
• The physical capability to lift and carry animals up to 40 lbs, with comfort in prolonged standing, bending, kneeling, and physical activity.
• The ability to travel to secondary locations as required.

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

Competitive Compensation

Pay range of $30.00 - $34.00/hr based on experience.

Health & Wellbeing

We offer comprehensive coverage options including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all teammates.

Financial Security

Plan for your future with our 401k retirement options and additional financial protection benefits like Life Insurance and Disability coverage.

Commitment to Growth

We support your career goals with opportunities for professional development, including educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs.

The Power of a Network

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

Valuable Perks

Enjoy discounted veterinary care for your own pets, access to an online discount platform, and free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.

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 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis 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.