Veterinary Technician

Countryside Veterinary Hospital

Chelmsford, Northern (MA, KY)

Hybrid

USD 34,000 - 39,000

Full time

14 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Roth retirement savings

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Health insurance

PTO

Paid parental leave

Employee pet benefits

Lab work for employee pets

Discounts on services/products

Job summary

Countryside Veterinary Hospital in Chelmsford, MA is hiring a Veterinary Technician. The role offers full-time status with a flexible schedule including nights, weekend and holiday rotation. Compensation ranges $25-$28 per hour, negotiable based on experience, with opportunities for growth and strong benefits.

The hospital emphasizes mentorship, ongoing education, and a collaborative team culture within an AAHA-accredited practice focused on compassionate, high-quality care for small animals.

Qualifications

Credentialed Veterinary Technician preferred (CVT/LVT/RVT).
Experience as veterinary assistant or technician welcome.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical setting.
Solid skills in venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and basic lab work.
Experience with anesthesia monitoring is beneficial.
Emergency and surgical care skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

Triage patients and obtain medical histories, vital signs, and assessments.
Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, and procedures.
Provide nursing care from intake to discharge.
Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed.
Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and fluid therapy.
Monitor patients and provide wound care and pain scoring.
Assist with anesthesia monitoring and surgical care.
Support emergency and urgent patient care as needed.
Conduct laboratory procedures and assist with tests.
Educate clients on care, medications, and discharge instructions.
Collaborate with veterinarians and team members for efficient care.
Participate in ongoing training and professional growth.

Skills

CVT/LVT/RVT preferred

Faster-paced environment

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Laboratory procedures

Anesthesia monitoring

Emergency and surgical care

Communication

Team collaboration

Growth mindset

Job description

Countryside Veterinary Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Technician!

Role: Veterinary Technician
Status: Full-time
Salary: $25-$28 per hour, negotiable and based on experience
Schedule: Flexible schedule including nights, weekend rotation, and holiday rotation

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan, tuition support, and referral bonuses help support your goals today and in the future.

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental insurance options, generous PTO, paid parental leave for eligible employees, and valuable employee pet benefits help support your well-being both at work and beyond.

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly Team Rewards, professional development opportunities, state license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, continuing education support, uniform allowance, and access to Vetcor’s TechLife community help you continue developing your skills and growing your veterinary career.

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, employee discounts, and flexible scheduling provide additional support for life both inside and outside the hospital.

Countryside Veterinary Hospital is not your average veterinary hospital — and we like it that way. We’re a nine-doctor small animal practice in Chelmsford, MA, proud of our AAHA accreditation, Cat Friendly approach, progressive medicine, and commitment to excellent patient care.

We’re looking for a Veterinary Technician who values teamwork and growth as much as we do. Whether you’re a credentialed technician or an experienced veterinary assistant or technician ready to keep developing your skills, you’ll find mentorship, training, and opportunities to take on more as you grow.

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love It Here

Mentorship and training so you can keep leveling up
Opportunities to expand your skill set and take on more as you grow
A supportive environment where questions are welcomed and growth is expected
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities within the practice
A nine-doctor team with opportunities to learn from experienced veterinary professionals
An AAHA-accredited hospital committed to progressive, high-quality medicine
A Cat Friendly approach focused on creating better experiences for feline patients
A diverse caseload that allows you to use and strengthen a wide range of technical skills
Opportunities to explore services such as exotic medicine, anesthesia, acupuncture, and laser therapy
A collaborative environment where teamwork is an important part of providing excellent patient care

What Our Veterinary Technicians Do

Triage patients and obtain thorough medical histories, vital signs, and patient assessments
Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, and procedures
Provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care to patients from intake through discharge
Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed
Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, fluid therapy, and sample collection
Provide patient monitoring and supportive care, including TPRs, pain scoring, wound care, and more
Assist with anesthesia monitoring, surgical care, and patient recovery
Support emergency and urgent patient care as needed
Perform laboratory procedures and assist with diagnostic testing
Educate and communicate with clients about patient care, medications, discharge instructions, and preventative care
Collaborate with veterinarians and fellow support team members to provide efficient, high-quality patient care
Participate in ongoing training and growth opportunities within the practice

What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring

Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT) preferred
Experienced veterinary assistant and veterinary technician candidates are welcome
Comfort working in a fast-paced clinical environment
Solid technical skills, including venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and laboratory procedures
Experience with anesthesia monitoring
Emergency and surgical care skills, including IV catheter placement, are ideal
Strong communication skills and a professional, compassionate approach
The ability to obtain thorough histories, vital signs, and patient assessments
A collaborative mindset and commitment to teamwork
A desire to continue learning, developing your skills, and growing within veterinary medicine

Benefits You Can’t Beat

A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
529 Savings Plan
Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
Referral Bonus Program
Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
Paid parental leave of up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child after one year of service (full-time only; in states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply)
Sick Time / Paid Time Off
Free/discounted lab work for employee pets
Pet discounts on services and products

Professional Growth & Recognition

Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
VTNE exam fee reimbursement
Continuing education allowance
Access to Vetcor’s TechLife community
Six paid holidays (full-time only)
Employee Assistance Program
Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

We’re hiring, we’re excited, and we can’t wait to meet you! If you’re ready to bring your technical skills, compassion, and commitment to great medicine to a team that values learning, collaboration, and professional growth, Countryside Veterinary Hospital could be the place for you.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Countryside Veterinary Hospital and Vetcor. We’re committed to building an inclusive, equitable workplace where every team member feels safe being their authentic self, truly belongs, and is empowered to reach their full potential.

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