Veterinary Technician, Anesthesia

Veterinary Technician, Anesthesia | $24–$38/hr | Full-Time Benefits | 3 12-hour shifts | Woburn, MA

Join Massachusetts Veterinary Referral Hospital as an Anesthesia Veterinary Technician and grow your skills in a Level 1 Emergency & Critical Care specialty hospital with advanced surgery, MRI, CT, and collaborative specialty care.

Compensation

• $24–$38/hour, based on experience and skills
• Higher rates available for VTS technicians

Schedule

• 3 12-hour shifts per week
• Wednesday/Thursday, plus alternating Friday/Saturday

Full-Time Benefits
Professional Development & Certification Support

• CE Allowance + Access to VetBloom for RACE-approved courses
• RECOVER Training
• 16-Week VTNE Study Group Program + One-time VTNE Reimbursement
• License application/renewal reimbursement for CVTs
• VTS financial support and onsite mentorship
• Partnership with veterinary technology programs, including scholarship opportunities

Work-Life Balance & Wellness

• Vacation = 3 weeks per year, increases with tenure at Ethos
• Sick Time = 1 week per year
• Holiday pay = DOUBLE TIME
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability + Life Insurance
• 401(k) with discretionary match

Additional Perks

• Uniform Allowance
• Employee Pet Discount

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing anesthesia cases while collaborating with board-certified specialists and VTS technicians
• Perform patient assessments, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures alongside each surgeon
• Obtain and process laboratory samples, including blood, urine, free fluid, and fine needle aspirates
• Execute, monitor, and recover assigned sedation and anesthetic events
• Assist with operating room duties as a nurse and scrub-in technician during orthopedic surgeries
• Provide comfort, advocacy, and high-quality nursing care for every patient

Qualifications

• Experienced Veterinary Technician, Vet Tech, CVT, RVT, or LVT preferred
• Anesthesia, surgery, specialty, emergency, or critical care experience preferred
• Strong patient monitoring, technical, and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced specialty veterinary environment
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required

Did you know?
Mass Vet is a Level 1 24-hour emergency/critical care and specialty veterinary hospital .

This is the highest rank a veterinary emergency and critical care facility can achieve. This certification represents a third-party verification by the Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society that Mass Vet meets the standards for their highest rating.

Our 42,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility is designed for comprehensive veterinary care, featuring:

• Dedicated ambulance bay for emergencies
• Multiple treatment wards and 20+ exam rooms
• Digital radiography, MRI, and CT suites
• Advanced operating rooms
• Veterinary compounding pharmacy, orthopedic and joint replacement surgeries, neurosurgery suite, and oncology center
• Referral services across specialties including Acupuncture, Anesthesia, Cardiology, Diagnostic Imaging, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Ophthalmology, Oncology, Social Work, and Surgery

Join a community where your passion for veterinary care meets limitless professional and personal growth opportunities.

Location & Surrounding Areas
Mass Vet is located in Woburn, MA, with access to strong veterinary talent across Burlington, Winchester, Stoneham, Wakefield, Reading, Wilmington, Medford, Malden, Arlington, Lexington, Somerville, Cambridge, Lowell, Lawrence, Salem, NH, and the greater Boston area.

Relocation
Relocating to the Boston area? This is an opportunity to join one of the region’s leading specialty and emergency hospitals while building advanced anesthesia and surgical skills in a collaborative, technician-driven environment.

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 Healthis 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.