Veterinary Technician / Experienced Assistant

Vetcor • Belmont, MA

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About The Position

Fresh Pond Animal Hospital is hiring a Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant for its four-doctor small animal general practice. The hospital has served its community for more than 30 years and describes its culture as collaborative, supportive, and focused on exceptional client service. The role offers a diverse small animal caseload, opportunities to use and develop hands-on skills, and a predictable schedule of four days per week, Monday through Friday, with alternating Saturdays. Responsibilities may vary according to hospital needs and the employee’s experience, training, certifications, credentials, and assigned responsibilities. Veterinary technician licensure is welcomed but not required.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a veterinary technician or veterinary assistant in a small animal practice.
• Genuine passion for patient care and animal welfare.
• Strong, compassionate communication skills with clients and teammates.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while remaining calm and focused.
• Strong attention to detail, especially with patient care and medical records.
• Positive, team-first attitude and willingness to help where needed.
• Desire to continue learning and developing skills.
• Availability to work Monday through Friday and alternating Saturdays.

Nice To Haves

• Veterinary technician licensure is welcomed but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Obtain patient histories and maintain accurate, thorough medical records.
• Prepare examination rooms, instruments, and equipment for appointments.
• Safely and compassionately restrain patients during examinations and procedures.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and anesthesia as directed by the veterinarian.
• Monitor anesthesia, vital signs, and patient recovery.
• Collect laboratory samples and perform in-house diagnostic testing and laboratory work.
• Provide nursing care to recovering patients.
• Educate clients about medications, treatments, and preventive care.
• Keep the treatment area clean, organized, and efficient.
• Support daily hospital operations and patient workflow.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching and Roth Retirement Savings Plan.
• Tuition support program.
• Referral bonus program.
• Flexible Spending Account for full-time employees.
• 529 Savings Plan.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees.
• Supplemental insurance options, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and life insurance for full-time employees.
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child for eligible full-time employees after one year of service, subject to the stated limitation for states with paid family leave programs.
• Sick time and paid time off.
• Free or discounted lab work for employee pets.
• Pet discounts on services and products, and a pet food discount program.
• Quarterly team rewards bonus program.
• State veterinary technician license reimbursement.
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Continuing education allowance.
• Uniform allowance.
• Six paid holidays for full-time employees.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee discount program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed