Veterinary Technician - Experienced

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; Haverhill (MA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match

Mental health resources

Paid parental leave

Pet care discounts

Job summary

Have a Heart Animal Hospital in Haverhill, MA is hiring an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our team on a full-time, on-site basis. The role supports veterinarians, assists with surgeries, maintains records, and educates clients.

1–2 years of clinical experience and AVMA-accredited credentialed tech preferred. We offer competitive pay, 401(k) with employer match, mental health resources, paid parental leave, and pet care discounts.

Qualifications

• At least 1–2 years of clinical veterinary experience.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in veterinary technology preferred.
• Licensure as a veterinary technician preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality care and educate clients.
• Assist with surgeries and maintain patient flow.
• Collect blood samples and place catheters as needed.
• Obtain health history and maintain medical records with clinic systems.
• Maintain clean, sterile treatment areas and labs.
• Mentor and support fellow team members.

Skills

1-2 years clinical experience

Team collaboration

Client education

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s in AVMA-accredited program

AVMA-accredited program preferred

Job description

Veterinary Technician - Experienced

Have a Heart Animal Hospital

Haverhill, MA

Full-Time

Thrive Pet Healthcare is one of the first veterinary services offering a comprehensive continuum of care for pets’ primary, specialty, and acute needs. Through a nationwide community of over 360 veterinary providers, and an industry-leading membership program, Thrive Pet Healthcare provides personalized, accessible care through every stage of a pet’s life and health. Founded by veterinarians, the organization provides industry-first benefits for practice staff while elevating privately held veterinary hospitals with innovative service and technology solutions. By focusing on the needs of care providers and professional collaboration, Thrive Pet Healthcare is supporting the well‑being of the industry and raising the national bar for veterinary excellence.

Our Ideal Candidate

Passionate about animal care, highly motivated, and pays attention to detail. Our Veterinary Technicians are the heartbeat of our team and work side by side with our Veterinarians (DVMs) during procedures. A full‑time position would require working between 30‑40 hours a week, which includes a combination of day, evening, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Job Duties

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
• With each hospital function, assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow.
• Assist with surgeries and procedures in accordance with your state's Veterinary Practice Act outlined for credentialed veterinary technicians.
• Monitoring and assessing patient’s status
• Collecting blood and other samples for testing
• Placing catheters
• Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments.
• Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems.
• Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts.
• Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.
• Be willing to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members.

Experience & Skills Requirements

• Veterinary technician licensure preferred, not required
• 1‑2 years of clinical experience
• An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an AVMA‑accredited veterinary technology program preferred; or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, squatting, reach, standing, and walking throughout the day.

Benefits – our care in action

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match
• Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health
• Paid parental leave
• Purr‑ental leave for when you adopt a pet
• Subsidized backup childcare and elder care
• Expert advice, support and network discounts for fertility and family planning
• FREE CE courses
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
• Student loan support tools and assistance

About Have a Heart Animal Hospital

At Have A Heart Animal Hospital, we offer care for dogs, cats, and pocket pets in the Haverhill, Methuen, and Lawrence, MA areas. We provide wellness and preventative care, diagnostics, and surgical services. We are proud to be an AAHA‑accredited practice.

Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with a starting rate ranging from $2 2-26/hr. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.