Veterinary Technician/ Assistant- Surgery at Angell West

MSPCA-Angell; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Vacation time

Pet care discounts

Free on-site parking

Job summary

MSPCA-Angell West in Waltham, MA, is seeking a full-time Surgery Technician/Assistant to support staff surgeons, anesthesia technicians, and animal patients in a fast-paced surgical service. The role emphasizes communication, reliability, and teamwork, with training for new staff and visitor orientation.

Responsibilities include assisting with inductions, recoveries, and peri-operative care, while maintaining compassionate patient handling.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of veterinary surgical experience.
• CVT preferred; CVT required for technician role.

Responsibilities

• Communicate and work closely with all staff members and visitors.
• Work independently and within a group depending on the situation.
• Provide quality patient care peri-operatively.

Skills

Surgical experience

Communication

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Education

CVT certification

Job description

This is a full time 40 hour a week position.

The Position

The primary responsibility of the surgery technician or assistant is to provide the highest degree of support to the staff surgeons, anesthesia technicians, support staff and animals admitted to the hospitals surgical service. The surgery technician or assistant must excel in interpersonal communication skills and multi-tasking skills. They must be reliable, independent, and able to work in a dynamic and fast-paced team environment while maintaining a positive and enthusiastic attitude. They should have the ability to recognize the needs of the various patients and staff. They will be involved in the continuous training of new surgery staff members and any visitors to the department. Recovering patients is part of their duties.

Some Responsibilities Include

• Communicating and working closely with all staff members and visitors.
• Being able to work independently and within a group depending on the needs of the situation.
• Providing and ensure quality patient care peri-operatively.
• Assisting anesthesia technicians and others with inductions and recoveries when directed.
• Recovering patients with diligence and compassion.

Physical Requirements

• Able to stoop, bend, kneel and stand for prolonged periods of time
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Compensation

Veterinary Assistants starting $22-$27/hour

Certified Veterinary Technicians starting $25-$30/hr

$5,000 Sign on Bonus for CVTs!

Please note that candidates with additional experience or credentials may be eligible for compensation aligned with their qualifications.

Who We Are

MSPCA-Angell West, a non-profit 24-hour emergency and referral satellite hospital in the west suburbs of Boston, was opened in early 2014 by Angell Animal Medical Center. The hospital is over 20,000 square feet, has been newly renovated, and is located 10 miles west of Boston in Waltham.

Applicant Requirements

We are looking for applicants with at least 1 year of veterinary technician/assistant experience in a surgical environment. Certified Veterinary Technician, CVT required for a technician role. As this position requires excellent verbal and written communication skills, we require applicants to include a cover letter showcasing your writing skills.

Our Benefits

Our compensation package includes health, dental and life insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays, sick, and vacation time, employee discounts for pet health care, and free on-site parking.

If you are interested in working for an organization where your work is an important part of a respected and caring non-profit, this may be the career change you are looking for.

Experience

Required

• 1 year(s): 1 year surgical experience

Preferred

• Certified Vet Tech

Equal Opportunity Employer

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