Veterinary Technician

Vetcor • Belmont, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Fresh Pond Animal Hospital is hiring a Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant. This is a full-time position with a salary of $18.00–$22.00 per hour, based on experience. The schedule involves a four-day work week with alternating Saturdays. Fresh Pond Animal Hospital has proudly served its local community for more than 30 years. As a four-doctor small animal general practice, we’re known for exceptional client service, strong teamwork, and a positive workplace culture where people genuinely enjoy working together. We’re looking for an experienced Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant who is passionate about patient care and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. If you’re compassionate, detail-oriented, a strong communicator, and ready to continue building your clinical skills, we’d love to meet you.

Requirements

• Previous veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience.
• A compassionate approach to patient and client care.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced veterinary environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Confidence with patient handling and routine clinical responsibilities.
• A positive, team-focused attitude.
• A desire to continue learning, developing, and expanding your clinical skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Obtain thorough patient histories and maintain accurate medical records.
• Prepare exam rooms, instruments, and equipment for patient care.
• Safely restrain patients during examinations and procedures.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and anesthesia as directed.
• Monitor anesthesia, patient vital signs, and recovery.
• Collect laboratory samples and perform diagnostic testing.
• Provide attentive nursing care for recovering patients.
• Educate clients about medications, treatments, and preventive care.
• Maintain a clean, organized, stocked, and efficient treatment area.
• Support daily hospital operations and collaborate with teammates to maintain a smooth workflow.

Benefits

• Flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
• Referral Bonus Program
• Health insurance including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance options
• Paid parental leave
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free or discounted lab work for employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program
• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Continuing education allowance
• Professional development opportunities
• TechLife Professional Development Program
• Uniform allowance
• A four-day work week
• Alternating Saturdays
• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

What This Job Offers

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