Veterinary Technician, Internal Medicine/Surgery

Ethos Veterinary Health•Natick, MA

33d•Onsite

About The Position

Boston West Veterinary Emergency and Specialty is seeking a skilled and compassionate Veterinary Technician for a unique hybrid role covering both Surgery and Internal Medicine. This position is designed for technicians who enjoy variety, advanced medicine, skill growth, and working within a collaborative specialty team. The role involves guiding clients and patients, supporting diagnostics and procedures, performing anesthesia, monitoring hospitalized patients, and maintaining accurate medical records. Technicians will work closely with board-certified specialists and surgeons, assist in advanced procedures, and serve as a technical resource for the team. The facility is a 10,000-square-foot, open-concept space equipped with digital radiology, CT, and ultrasound. Ethos Veterinary Health, the network Boston West belongs to, is a leading provider of specialty and emergency veterinary care across North America, utilizing state-of-the-art technology and an evidence-based approach.

Requirements

Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT) required
Strong anesthesia experience required
At least 2 years of veterinary technician experience in a clinical setting.
Anesthesia monitoring skills required, radiographic technique knowledge, and a passion for delivering top-tier patient care.
An ability to work both independently and within a team, with a dedication to maintaining a positive, supportive hospital culture.
Ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
Confident, proactive, and team-oriented mindset.
Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role.

Nice To Haves

Experience in specialty or emergency medicine preferred
CVT, LVT, or VTS preferred

Responsibilities

Guide clients and patients through their visits, working closely with board-certified internal medicine specialists to ensure exceptional care.
Support and perform various diagnostics and procedures, including Endoscopy, CT imaging, and Ultrasound support.
Collect samples, perform lab work, and administer patient treatments.
Perform anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery for internal medicine patients.
Obtain thorough patient histories and maintain accurate medical records.
Monitor hospitalized patients and administer treatments/medications.
Provide clear client communication and discharge education.
Assist in maintaining efficient workflow within the Internal Medicine service.
Guide clients and patients through their visits, working closely with multiple board-certified surgeons to ensure exceptional care.
Participate in patient assessments, diagnostics, treatments, and cutting-edge procedures.
Perform anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery for complex surgical procedures.
Surgical scrub-in assistance in advanced soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries.
Serve as a patient advocate, providing compassionate care and ensuring their comfort and safety during their stay.
Serve as a confident technical resource for team members.
Help uphold high standards of patient care and technical excellence.
Support training and mentorship of newer technicians when appropriate.
Collaborate closely with specialists, technicians, assistants, and client service teams.
Maintain composure, organization, and efficiency in a busy specialty setting.

Benefits

Generous Continuing Education Allowance
Uniform Allowance
Potential for a bi-annual bonus tied to hospital performance
Substantial Paid Time Off
RECOVER Training for advanced CPR skills
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Short & Long-Term Disability
Life Insurance
401k with employer match
Employee Pet Discounts
One-time VTNE Reimbursement
16 Week VTNE Study Group Program!
paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.