Veterinary Technician, Emergency Overnights

ethosveterinaryhealth; Lawrence (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CE & Uniform

401(k)

Referral Bonuses

Pet Discount

EAP

Vet Education Discounts

VTNE Study Group

Professional Development

Job summary

Bulger Veterinary Hospital in Lawrence, MA is seeking a part-time Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Technician for overnights to join our team. You will triage, monitor anesthesia, assist with diagnostics, and support high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment.

This role offers weekend shifts, a $26–$32/hour base with a $5/hour differential for overnight hours, plus benefits such as CE support, 401(k), and pet discounts, within a collaborative specialty hospital setting.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Triage emergency patients and support the intake process.
• Guide clients through their pet’s treatment and care plan.
• Collaborate 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.

Skills

Emergency care

Anesthesia monitoring

Client communication

Education

CVT/LVT/RVT preferred

Tools

Radiography equipment

Job description

Veterinary Technician, Emergency Overnights | $24–$30/hour

Location: Lawrence, Massachusetts
Schedule: Part-Time | Saturday & Sunday 6p - 6:30a| + $5/hr from 11p - 6a
Compensation: $26–$32/hour

Bulger Veterinary Hospital is hiring a part-time overnight Emergency Veterinary Technician 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

• $26–$32/hour based on skills and experience
• Shift Differential (11p - 6a): Base + $5/hr

Part-Time Benefits:

• Continuing Education & Uniform Allowance + Free VetBloom access (RACE-approved CE)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Referral Bonuses + Employee Pet Discount
• Employee Assistance Program
• Veterinary Technician Education Discounts
• 16-Week VTNE Study Group
• Professional Development Assistance

Schedule

• Part-Time | Saturday & Sunday 6p - 6:30a

Responsibilities

As an Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Technician, you will:

• 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.