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Veterinary Technician, Ward

$25 - $30 per hour
Full-time

Ethos Veterinary Health

Veterinary Technician, Ward | $25–$30/hr | Full-Time Benefits | Day Shifts | NO WEEKENDS | Lawrence, MA

Bulger Veterinary Hospita l in Lawrence, Massachusetts is seeking a full-time Veterinary Technician to join our Emergency & Critical Care team in a Ward Technician role .

Compensation
  • $25–$30/hour based on experience and skills assessment leveling

Schedule

  • Monday–Friday, 10:00am–6:00pm
  • No weekends
  • Up to 3 holidays per year required

Benefits

  • Continuing Education & Uniform Allowance + VetBloom access (RACE-approved CE)
  • Generous PTO + paid holidays
  • Employee referral bonuses & employee pet discount
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Medical, Dental, Vision + disability and life insurance
  • HSA/FSA options
  • Veterinary Technician Education Sponsorships + VTNE reimbursement
  • CVT/LVT/RVT license reimbursement
  • VTS financial support and onsite mentorship

About the Role
As a Veterinary Technician on our Ward team, you’ll work closely with our doctors and clinical teams to provide exceptional nursing care for hospitalized and recovering patients. This role is ideal for a technician who enjoys inpatient care, patient monitoring, treatment execution, and collaborating in a fast-paced specialty and emergency setting.

Responsibilities
  • Provide treatments and nursing care for hospitalized patients and pre- and post-operative cases
  • Monitor surgery recovery patients and accurately document patient status in the medical record
  • Partner with DVMs on patient assessments, diagnostics, treatment plans, and procedures
  • Prepare patients for surgery, administer pre-medications, place IV catheters, collect lab samples, and obtain radiographs
  • Assist with patient stabilization including IV catheter placement, drug/fluid administration, and CPR as needed
  • Maintain accurate and detailed medical records
  • Discharge patients with clear client education including home care instructions, medications, and monitoring recommendations
  • Communicate effectively with doctors and nursing teams regarding treatment plans and patient care concerns
  • Perform technical skills including venipuncture, IV catheter placement, urinary catheter placement, and safe patient restraint
  • Maintain hospital safety standards and compliance with OSHA protocols

Qualifications

  • CVT, LVT, or RVT preferred, but not required
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in a veterinary setting preferred
  • Recent graduates of an accredited Veterinary Technology program are encouraged to apply
  • Strong technical nursing skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • Positive attitude with a collaborative, patient-focused approach to care
  • Ability to take initiative and contribute to daily hospital operations
  • Fluent English speaking and reading skills required

About Bulger Veterinary Hospital
Bulger Veterinary Hospital is a leading emergency, specialty, and referral hospital serving pets and their families throughout the Greater Boston and Southern New Hampshire region.
Our teams provide advanced care across multiple specialties including:

  • Emergency & Critical Care
  • Surgery
  • Internal Medicine
  • Ophthalmology
  • Cardiology
  • Anesthesia

Our hospital is equipped with advanced technology including:

  • CT
  • Digital Radiography
  • Ultrasound (abdominal, cardiac, thoracic, and musculoskeletal)
  • Video Scoping including cystoscopy, endoscopy, and rhinoscopy
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery including arthroscopy, laparoscopy, and thoracoscopy
  • Ophthalmic Diode Laser System and Operating Microscope
  • Transfusion Medicine
  • Electromyography (EMG)
  • Echocardiogram & ECG
  • Spinal Tap capabilities

Commuting & Nearby Areas
We welcome candidates commuting from throughout the North Shore, Merrimack Valley, Greater Boston, and Southern New Hampshire, including:

  • Andover
  • North Andover
  • Methuen
  • Haverhill
  • Lowell
  • Salem
  • Nashua
  • Manchester
  • Burlington
  • Woburn
  • Medford
  • Boston

Considering Relocation?
If you’re an experienced Veterinary Technician considering a move to the Greater Boston area, we’d love to connect. Lawrence offers access to both the city and the New England coast, with convenient commuting options across Massachusetts and Southern New Hampshire while working alongside a highly collaborative specialty and emergency team.

Ready to grow your veterinary technician career in Emergency & Critical Care? Apply today to join the team at Bulger Veterinary Hospital and make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their families.

Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.

Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, Ethos provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
 
Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.

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