Veterinary Technician Assistant

AmeriVet Veterinary Partners; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

HSA/FSA

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Commuter benefits

Discounted veterinary services

Paid time off

Job summary

AmeriVet Veterinary Partners seeks an experienced veterinary technician for in-home visits in the greater Boston area. You will work closely with a veterinarian, restraining animals for procedures and assisting with exams and treatments.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of veterinary assistant/technician experience, strong computer skills, and fast, accurate typing. This role involves full-time scheduling with day-long shifts in clients' homes.

Qualifications

• Ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience as a veterinary assistant or technician.
• Strong computer skills and fast, accurate typing are important qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist the veterinarian at appointments and restrain animals for exams, blood draws, vaccines, and other procedures.
• Prepare vaccines, review records, and enter notes and charges in the computer.
• Interact with clients and provide exceptional in-home veterinary care.

Skills

Animal restraint

Veterinary technician experience

Computer skills

Typing speed

Job description

About Us

At Home Veterinary seeks an experienced veterinary technician who is energetic, fun, friendly, organized, and attentive to detail, with experience restraining and working with animals for medical procedures. This position is a fast-paced job with tons of direct interaction with pets and owners in their homes. You will work side-by-side with a friendly and experienced veterinarian.

About Us

At Home Veterinary seeks an experienced veterinary technician who is energetic, fun, friendly, organized, and attentive to detail, with experience restraining and working with animals for medical procedures. This position is a fast-paced job with tons of direct interaction with pets and owners in their homes. You will work side-by-side with a friendly and experienced veterinarian.

We are a busy veterinary practice that specializes in house calls for dogs and cats. We provide high-quality and compassionate care for our patients, and professional, concierge-level service for our clients, all in the client's homes in the greater Boston and MetroWest area.

Schedule and Location

The schedule is full-time, with 9-10-hour days though occasionally you will swap and work a different weekday, or a weekend day, to help cover a team member's time off.

You will begin and end your day in Boston - South End. (Occasionally you’ll be asked to assist other veterinarians on our team based elsewhere in the area, or in our Natick office.)

Job Responsibilities And Requirements

You will spend your day riding along with the veterinarian and assisting at all appointments. In particular, you'll help hold animals for procedures (including exams, blood draws, urine collection, etc.) and assist the vet with all other aspects of the visit (preparing vaccines, reviewing records, entering notes and charges in the computer, interacting with clients, etc.). Previous veterinary experience is important! The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience as a veterinary assistant or technician.

Strong computer skills, as well as fast and accurate typing, are important qualifications.

Pay and Benefits

Pay range: $22-25 based on experience

We offer competitive wages and benefits, including paid time off, health/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, HSA/FSA, life insurance, EAP, commuter benefits, and discounted veterinary services.

Learn more about us at: http://amerivet.com/veterinary-jobs/

• 1

Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.
• Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.
• Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.
• A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.

At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.