Veterinary Technician, Emergency Evening or Overnight

Bulger Vet; Lawrence (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing Education

Uniform Allowance

VetBloom access

License reimbursement

RECOVER CPR training

VTNE reimbursement

VTNE study group

Professional development

PTO and holidays

Referral bonuses

Employee discount

Financial benefits

Pet insurance discount

Health benefits

Life Insurance

Insurance options (AD&D, disability)

401(k) with match

Employee assistance

Job summary

Bulger Veterinary Hospital in Lawrence, MA, is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician, Emergency to join our Emergency & Critical Care team. This role offers a $2000 sign-on bonus for overnights and an hourly base of $26–$32 plus a $5 overnight differential.

You’ll work with DVMs, specialists, and technicians to deliver advanced patient care and grow ER/ICU skills in a collaborative hospital environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a veterinary clinical setting.
• CVT, LVT, or RVT preferred, but not required.
• Strong anesthesia and patient monitoring skills.
• Emergency or critical care experience preferred.
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required.

Responsibilities

• Triage emergency patients and support the intake process.
• Guide clients through their pet’s treatment and care plan.
• Collaborate closely with DVMs on diagnostics, treatments, and procedures.
• Perform anesthesia monitoring and patient recovery care.
• Place IV catheters and collect laboratory samples.
• Assist with radiographs, imaging, surgeries, and emergency procedures.
• Monitor hospitalized patients and communicate changes in condition.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Deliver exceptional patient care and client service in a fast-paced emergency setting.

Education

CVT/LVT/RVT

Tools

Anesthesia monitoring

Radiographs

Job description

Veterinary Technician, Emergency | $26–$32/hour | $2000 SIGN ON BONUS for overnights!

Location: Lawrence, Massachusetts
Schedule: Full-Time | Four 9-hour evening/swing shifts or three 12-hour overnight shifts

Compensation: $26–$32/hour + $5/hour Overnight Shift Differential

Bulger Veterinary Hospital is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician, Emergency to join our Emergency & Critical Care team in Lawrence, Massachusetts. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Veterinary Technician looking to grow ER and ICU skills while working in a collaborative specialty hospital environment.

As an Emergency Veterinary Technician at Bulger, you’ll work alongside experienced veterinarians, specialists, and technicians while supporting advanced patient care and making a direct impact every shift.

Compensation

• $2000 SIGN ON BONUS for overnights!
• $26–$32/hour based on skills and experience
• Overnight shift differential: +$5/hour for hours worked between 11:00 PM–6:00 AM

Full-Time Benefits:

• Continuing Education & Uniform Allowance + Free VetBloom access (RACE-approved CE)
• CVT/LVT/RVT license reimbursement
• RECOVER Training for advanced CPR skills
• Veterinary Technician Education Sponsorships + VTNE reimbursement + VTS Support
• 16-Week VTNE Study Group
• Professional Development Assistance
• Generous PTO + Paid Holidays
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• EmployeeDiscount
• Access exclusive financial benefits to help you save on student loans, mortgages, and personal loans
• NVA Pet Resort Discount + Pet Insurance Discount
• Medical, Dental, Vision + HSA/FSA Options
• Life Insurance
• Other Insurance Options: AD&D + Short & Long-Term Disability + Critical Illness + Accident + Hospital Indemnity
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program

Schedule

• Four 9-hour evening shifts (5:00 PM–2:00 AM or 6:00 PM - 3:00 AM)
• OR
• Three 12-hour overnight shifts

Responsibilities

• Triage emergency patients and support the intake process
• Guide clients through their pet’s treatment and care plan
• Collaborate closely with DVMs on diagnostics, treatments, and procedures
• Perform anesthesia monitoring and patient recovery care
• Place IV catheters and collect laboratory samples
• Assist with radiographs, imaging, surgeries, and emergency procedures
• Monitor hospitalized patients and communicate changes in condition
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Deliver exceptional patient care and client service in a fast-paced emergency setting

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a veterinary clinical setting required
• CVT, LVT, or RVT preferred, but not required
• Strong anesthesia and patient monitoring skills
• Emergency or critical care experience preferred
• Confidence with catheter placement, laboratory work, and technical nursing skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented hospital environment
• Strong communication skills and commitment to exceptional patient care
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required

About Bulger Veterinary Hospital

Bulger Veterinary Hospital is a multi-specialty and emergency veterinary hospital serving pets and families throughout Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire. Our hospital offers advanced diagnostics, specialty medicine, surgery, emergency and critical care, and collaborative treatment planning across services.

We are committed to helping veterinary technicians continue growing their skills while practicing high-quality medicine in a supportive team environment.

Surrounding Areas

• Lawrence, MA & Andover, MA
• North Andover, MA & Methuen, MA
• Haverhill, MA & Lowell, MA
• Dracut, MA & Tewksbury, MA
• Salem, NH & Windham, NH
• Nashua, NH & Derry, NH
• Manchester, NH & Boston North Shore communities

Many of our team members commute from surrounding areas throughout the Merrimack Valley, Greater Boston, and southern New Hampshire.

Considering Relocating?

Great talent can come from anywhere, and we welcome candidates who are considering a move. Whether you're relocating from another city, another state, or across the country, our Talent Acquisition team is here to support you throughout the hiring process and answer questions about the role, the hospital, and the surrounding community.

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.

Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.

Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.

At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.