Veterinary Technician or Assistant - Internal Medicine

MSPCA-Angell Careers; Boston (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 time

Vacation time

Employee discounts for pet care

On-site parking

Job summary

MSPCA-Angell in Boston is seeking a Veterinary Technician or Assistant for Internal Medicine. This full-time role involves working with veterinarians and staff to provide excellent clinical and client service, including support in examination rooms, procedures, imaging, and surgery.

The position requires a CVT with at least 1 year of experience, the ability to interact positively with staff and clients, and a willingness to work four 10-hour shifts with rotating weekends.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year experience as veterinary technician or assistant.
• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) required for technician role.
• Flexible with 4x10 hour shifts, rotating weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support in examination room for outpatient and inpatient procedures.
• Assist veterinarians with clinic, diagnostic imaging, and surgery as needed.
• Communicate clinical information to clients and staff clearly and accurately.
• Support case management and coordination with the hospital team.

Skills

Client communication

Animal handling

Team collaboration

Education

Associates or better in Veterinary Technology

Job description

Veterinary Technician or Assistant - Internal Medicine

• Posted on June 5, 2026

Locations

Showing 1 location

Angell - Boston
Boston, MA 02130, USA

• Veterinary Assistants & Technicians
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: VETER004055

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.

Qualifications

Skills

Required

Intermediate

Education

Required

Associates or better in Veterinary Technology or related field.

Associates or better in Veterinary Technology.

Experience

Required

1 year: A minimum of 1 year of current experience as a veterinary technician or assistant

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Certified Vet Tech

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