Veterinary Technician

Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)

Anchor Animal Hospital | North Dartmouth, MA

$20–$29 per hour | Benefits | Professional Development

Join an Award-Winning Veterinary Team!

Are you a Certified Veterinary Technician looking for a hospital where your skills are valued, your professional growth is encouraged, and exceptional patient care is a shared priority?

At Anchor Animal Hospital, we're proud to be an independently owned, AAHA-accredited practice and one of just four finalists nationwide for the 2026 AAHA Practice of the Year Award!

We're also home to a Fear Free Certified Team , where reducing fear, anxiety, and stress is an essential part of how we practice veterinary medicine.

We're looking for a compassionate, motivated Certified Veterinary Technician who wants to be part of a collaborative team committed to excellent medicine, meaningful relationships, and continuous improvement.

What Makes Anchor Different?

• Nationally Recognized Excellence: Named one of four finalists for the 2026 AAHA Practice of the Year Award.

• Independently Owned: Practice veterinary medicine in a hospital that values relationships, individualized care, and the voices of its team members.

• Fear Free Certified Team: Work alongside colleagues committed to making veterinary visits more comfortable for patients. We provide Fear Free training to support your professional development.

• High-Quality Medicine: Utilize your technical skills in anesthesia, dentistry, surgery, diagnostic imaging, laboratory procedures, and patient care.

• Opportunities to Grow: Continue building your knowledge and technical skills in an environment that values learning and professional development.

• A Team That Cares: Join people who take pride in supporting one another, caring for patients, and making a positive difference in our community.

What You'll Do

As a CVT at Anchor, you'll play an important role in delivering exceptional veterinary care. Your responsibilities will include:

• Monitoring anesthesia and supporting safe surgical and dental procedures.

• Performing venipuncture, IV catheter placement, laboratory testing, and diagnostic procedures.

• Providing skilled nursing care and advocating for patient comfort and safety.

• Assisting with radiology, ultrasound, treatment procedures, and patient recovery.

• Educating clients and helping them feel confident in their pets' care.

• Applying Fear Free principles to create positive experiences for patients, clients, and team members.

• Collaborating with veterinarians, technicians, and assistants to deliver thoughtful, efficient, high-quality care.

What We're Looking For

• Current Certified Veterinary Technician credential required.

• Strong clinical and anesthesia monitoring skills.

• Excellent communication, organization, and teamwork.

• A commitment to compassionate, high-quality veterinary medicine.

• A desire to keep learning, growing, and contributing to a positive hospital culture.

Previous Fear Free Certification is welcome but not required. We provide Fear Free training!

Compensation & Benefits

$20–$29 per hour , based on qualifications and experience.

Our benefits package includes:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Life and long-term disability insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Medical flexible spending account

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

• Employee pet care benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Professional development and Fear Free training

More Than Just a Veterinary Hospital

Anchor Animal Hospital has served the SouthCoast community for decades, combining advanced veterinary medicine with genuine compassion and personal attention.

Our AAHA accreditation reflects our commitment to exceptional standards of care, while our Fear Free philosophy shapes the way we interact with every patient.

We're proud of the medicine we practice, the relationships we build, and the team that makes it all possible.

Ready to bring your skills to a hospital where you can make a difference?

Apply today and discover what makes Anchor Animal Hospital a special place to build your veterinary career.