Veterinary Technician

United Veterinary Care; Amesbury (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Uniform reimbursement

Employee discount

401(k) with company match

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Long-Term Disability

CE support

Paid Time Off

Referral bonus

DailyPay

Job summary

Merrimac Valley Animal Hospital in Amesbury, MA is looking for a skilled Veterinary Technician to join our collaborative, experienced team. You’ll play a key role in anesthesia, surgery support, patient care, and client communication, helping families understand treatment plans and aftercare.

We value technicians who bring strong technical skills, calmness under pressure, and a commitment to high‑quality medicine.

Qualifications

• 3+ years veterinary technician experience; CVT preferred.
• Proficient in anesthesia support and dental procedures.
• Exotics experience a plus.
• Strong communication with clients and team.
• Calm under pressure, adaptable, reliable in busy times.

Responsibilities

• Partner with doctors to deliver patient care in appointments and surgical settings.
• Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, lab tests, radiology, meds, and nursing care.
• Assist in surgical and dental procedures, anesthesia monitoring, recovery.
• Calculate drug dosages, CRIs, and anesthetic protocols.
• Educate clients on treatment plans and aftercare.
• Advocate for patients with low-stress handling techniques.
• Collaborate with a team to maintain efficient workflow.

Skills

Venipuncture

Catheter placement

Laboratory diagnostics

Radiology

Medication administration

Nursing care

Anesthesia monitoring

Education

CVT certification

Job description

Veterinary Technician

Description

Veterinary Technician

Merrimac Valley Animal Hospital – Amesbury, MA Pay Range: $24-28/hr depending on experience $2,000 sign-on bonus available for Certified Veterinary Technicians or candidates with strong, extensive experience in surgery and anesthesia.

Great technicians deserve a great hospital. At Merrimac Valley Animal Hospital, we know that experienced Veterinary Technicians are the backbone of exceptional patient care. If you're looking for a practice where your skills are respected, your voice is heard, and your contributions truly matter, you'll find a home here. Join a collaborative, highly skilled team that values your expertise, supports your growth, and appreciates the difference you make for patients, clients, and coworkers every day.

Why you’ll love working here

Since 1968, Merrimac Valley Animal Hospital has earned the trust of our community by combining progressive medicine with genuine compassion.

What truly sets us apart is our people. Our experienced doctors, technicians, and support staff work together as a team, creating a positive culture where knowledge is shared, growth is encouraged, and everyone contributes to delivering exceptional patient care.

We're proud to be the “Less Stress Vets” practice, utilizing low-stress handling techniques to create a better experience for pets, their families, and our team. Because great medicine and compassionate care go hand in hand.

What You’ll Do

• Partner closely with our doctors to deliver exceptional patient care in both appointments and surgical settings
• Utilize advanced technical skills including venipuncture, catheter placement, laboratory diagnostics, radiology, medication administration, and patient nursing care
• Play a key role in surgical and dental procedures, including patient preparation, anesthesia monitoring, recovery, and postoperative care
• Perform accurate medical calculations, including drug dosages, CRIs, and anesthetic protocols
• Provide compassionate client education and communication, helping families understand treatment recommendations and ongoing care
• Advocate for patients through attention to detail, thorough monitoring, and Fear Free, low-stress handling techniques
• Collaborate with a highly experienced team to maintain an efficient workflow and exceptional patient experience

What We Are Looking For

• 3+ years of veterinary technician experience; CVT preferred
• Skilled, confident technician who thrives in both appointments and surgical/dental anesthesia support
• Comfortable working with a diverse caseload, including exotics (bonus points if you love them already)
• Strong communicator who connects well with both coworkers and clients
• Calm under pressure, adaptable, and reliable when things get busy
• Physically capable of patient handling and on-your-feet clinical work
• Team-oriented, positive, and committed to high-quality patient care

Who You Are

You’re a skilled Veterinary Technician who takes pride in doing things the right way-especially when it comes to patient care, anesthesia, and client communication. You’re confident in your technical abilities, eager to continue growing, and enjoy working as part of a team that truly collaborates.

You value a workplace where your expertise is respected, your input matters, and your role is more than task-based—it’s essential to delivering high-quality medicine. You’re looking for a long-term home where you can build your skills, contribute meaningfully, and be part of a team that shows up for each other every day.

Perks & Benefits

• $2,000 Sign on bonus for qualified applicants
• Uniform and shoe reimbursement
• Employee discount
• Employer-paid Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (Headspace)
• 401(k) with company match
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance options
• Long-Term Disability
• Generous Continuing Education support
• Paid Time Off (sick, personal, vacation, and CE)
• Fertility & family-building support
• Referral bonus program
• DailyPay on-demand

United Veterinary Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws. #ind12