Veterinary Technician

Mass General Brigham; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a leading healthcare institution, where your role as a veterinary technician will be pivotal in advancing animal health care. This position offers the opportunity to perform essential medical tests, prepare vaccines, and assist in surgeries, all while working in a supportive environment that values your contributions. With a commitment to excellence, this organization provides a platform for you to grow and make a meaningful impact in the lives of animals and their owners. Be part of a community that prioritizes patient care and innovative research.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years in laboratory animal or veterinary care required.
• Strong understanding of Office Suite and veterinary record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Performs medical tests in a laboratory environment for animal treatment.
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments and maintains laboratory equipment.
• Induces and monitors anesthesia in patients.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Leadership Skills

Analytical Skills

Time Management

Knowledge of Veterinary Record Keeping

Education

Associate's Degree in Veterinary Technology

Tools

Office Suite

Job description

Time left to apply: End Date: May 12, 2025 (3 days left to apply)

Job requisition ID: RQ4018970

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts, to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Performs medical tests in a laboratory environment for use in the treatment and diagnosis of diseases in animals. Prepares vaccines and serums for disease prevention. Prepares tissue samples, takes blood samples, and executes laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood counts. Cleans and sterilizes instruments and materials, maintains equipment and machines. May assist a veterinarian during surgery.

Does this position require Patient Care? No

Essential Functions:

1. Positions patients and selects anatomic and technical factors accurately.
2. Performs basic animal restraint and provides basic animal husbandry.
3. Takes vitals (temperature, weight, height, blood pressure).
4. Processes patient specimens (blood, urine, breath).
5. Prepares medical supplies for patient appointments.
6. Maintains animal records by documenting conditions, reactions, and changes; updating database.
7. Induces, monitors, and recovers anesthesia in patients with ASA II & III classification.

Qualifications

Education: Associate's Degree in Veterinary Technology required.

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials: Certified Laboratory Animal Technician (LAT) - American Association for Laboratory Animal Science preferred.

Experience: 1-2 years in laboratory animal or veterinary care required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong understanding of Office Suite.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proven leadership skills.
• Ability to work with staff at all levels.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Analytical and math skills.
• Knowledge of Accounting Principles.
• Ability to adapt to multiple and rapidly changing priorities and deadlines.
• Knowledge of veterinary record keeping is required.

Additional Job Details

Remote Type: Onsite

Work Location: 600 Main Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Employee Type: Regular

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement:

The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, or other protected status. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the application and interview process and for performing essential job functions. For accommodations, contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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Our history includes hospitals founded over 200 years ago. Built on the legacy of two leading academic medical centers, we are leaders in medicine. Committed to serving the community, we focus on enhancing patient care, teaching, research, and leadership in healthcare. We aim to improve quality and maintain excellence.