Veterinary Technician or Assistant - Internal Medicine

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Sick time

Vacation time

Employee discounts for pet health care

Free on-site parking

Job summary

The MSPCA-Angell Internal Medicine Technician or Assistant works with the veterinarian and the Angell team to provide outstanding clinical and client service. They assist in examination rooms, outpatient and inpatient procedures, and support case management, imaging, and surgery.

This role requires knowledge of veterinary terminology, patient handling, and clear communication with clients and staff. A positive, professional demeanor and the ability to follow hospital policies are essential.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience as veterinary technician or assistant
• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) required
• Knowledge of veterinary terminology and math skills
• Ability to communicate veterinary information to clients and staff

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support in examination rooms, outpatient and inpatient procedures
• Assist with case management, diagnostic imaging, and surgery
• Communicate effectively with clients and referring veterinarians and follow hospital policies

Skills

Previous Animal Handling Experience

Education

Associates or better in Veterinary Technology

Job description

This is a full time position, 40 hours a week, four 10 hour shifts rotating weekends.

The Position:

The Internal Medicine Technician or Assistant works collaboratively with their assigned veterinarian, other staff veterinarians and the entire Angell support staff to provide Angell clientele with excellent clinical and customer service. These services include providing technical support in the examination room with outpatient and in-patient procedures, assisting with case management of animals admitted to the hospital, assisting with technical procedures, communications with clients and sometimes referring veterinarians. This person assists the veterinarian in clinic, diagnostic imaging, surgery and in other areas of the hospital.

The technician/assistant must be able to interact with all staff members and clients in a positive and dynamic manner and provide technical advice following hospital policies and procedures. It requires knowledge of their specific veterinary specialties clinical tests, procedures, protocols, medical terminology, animal handling and math skills. The technician/assistant should be able to communicate, orally and in writing, veterinary specific clinical information regarding services to our clients and other hospital staff.

WHO WE ARE:

The Boston MSPCA-Angell is one of the oldest and most venerable humane organizations in the world, and working in an environment that clearly delivers on its mission of advancing the health and welfare of animals adds an important dimension to our work.

COMPENSATION:

Veterinary Assistants starting $22-$27/hour. Certified Veterinary Technicians starting $25-$30/hr, $5000 Sign on Bonus for CVTs! Please note that candidates with additional experience or credentials may be eligible for compensation aligned with their qualifications.

APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS:

• At least one year experience
• To be hired as a technician the candidate must be a Certified Veterinary Technician, CVT

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.

Experience

Required

• 1 year(s): A minimum of 1 year of current experience as a veterinary technician or assistant

Education

Required

• Associates or better in Veterinary Technology or related field
• Associates or better in Veterinary Technology

Licenses & Certifications

Required

• Certified Vet Tech

Skills

Required

• Previous Animal Handling Experience

Equal Opportunity Employer

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