Veterinary Technician, Internal Medicine

Ethos Veterinary Health•Deerfield, MA

19h•$20 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (VESH) is hiring an experienced Veterinary Technician to join its Internal Medicine team. This full-time role is split equally between the South Deerfield and West Springfield hospitals and offers the opportunity to develop advanced specialty medicine skills while working with collaborative clinical teams. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., in four 10-hour shifts. Compensation is $20–$30 per hour, with higher compensation available for Veterinary Technician Specialists (VTS). The role supports internal medicine appointments, diagnostics, and treatments, as well as patient care, anesthesia, client education, and hospital operations. VESH provides specialty services including Advanced Imaging (CT), Internal Medicine, Surgery, Medical Oncology, and Emergency and Critical Care. The hospital describes its team as collaborative and committed to exceptional medicine, compassionate care, and continued learning.

Requirements

Veterinary Technician experience is required.
Strong anesthesia monitoring and patient care skills.
Excellent communication and client service skills.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced specialty hospital environment.
Positive attitude and collaborative, team-first approach.
Self-motivated, with strong organizational and multitasking skills.
Fluent English speaking and reading skills are required.

Nice To Haves

Internal Medicine or specialty experience is preferred.
CVT, LVT, or RVT credentials are strongly preferred.
Passion for continuing education and professional growth.

Responsibilities

Assist doctors during Internal Medicine appointments, diagnostics, and treatments.
Safely restrain patients and obtain accurate patient histories.
Administer and monitor anesthesia, ensuring safe patient recovery.
Monitor anesthesia equipment and troubleshoot as needed.
Educate clients about procedures, medications, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Maintain accurate medical records, nursing notes, and treatment charges.
Coordinate appointments and help providers stay on schedule.
Manage Internal Medicine inventory, restock exam rooms, and maintain supplies.
Clean, disinfect, and maintain endoscopic equipment and treatment areas.
Collaborate with doctors and teammates to deliver exceptional patient care.

Benefits

Continuing education and free VetBloom access (RACE-approved CE).
Paid shoe stipend and scrubs provided at no cost.
CVT/LVT/RVT license reimbursement.
RECOVER training for advanced CPR skills.
Veterinary Technician education sponsorships, VTNE reimbursement, and VTS support.
16-week VTNE study group.
Professional development assistance.
PTO and sick time.
Employee referral bonuses.
Employee discount and immediate family pet discount.
Access to financial benefits to help with student loans, mortgages, and personal loans.
NVA Pet Resort discount and pet insurance discount.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage, with HSA/FSA options.
Life insurance.
AD&D, short- and long-term disability, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance options.
401(k) with employer match.
Employee Assistance Program.