Veterinary Technician, Surgery

Veterinary Technician, Surgery | $25–$35/hr + Up to $5,000 Bonus | Full-Time Benefits | 3x12-Hour Shifts | Natick, MA

Boston West Veterinary Emergency & Specialty in Natick, MA is hiring an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our Surgery team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Veterinary Technician looking to expand advanced anesthesia, surgical, and patient care skills while working alongside multiple board-certified surgeons in a collaborative specialty hospital.

If you’re passionate about surgery, anesthesia monitoring, and delivering exceptional patient care, we’d love to meet you.

Compensation

• $25–$35/hour based on experience, anesthesia background, and skill assessment

• Additional compensation available for anesthesia on-call hours provided through the ER service

• Up to $5,000 bonus based on certification and skill set

• 50% paid after 6 months of employment

• 50% paid after 1 year of employment

Schedule

• Full-time

• Three 12-hour shifts per week

• Consistent schedule designed to support work-life balance

Benefits

Full-time Veterinary Technicians are eligible for:

• Continuing Education & Uniform Allowance + VetBloom access (RACE-approved CE)

• RECOVER Training for advanced CPR skills

• Veterinary Technician Education Sponsorships + VTNE reimbursement

• 16-Week VTNE Study Group Program

• Medical, Dental, Vision + HSA/FSA Options

• Short & Long-Term Disability + Life Insurance

• 401(k) with match

• PTO + Employee Pet Discount

• Professional Development Assistance

• Referral Bonuses + potential for a bi-annual bonus tied to hospital performance

• Employee Assistance Program

Responsibilities

As a Surgery Veterinary Technician at Boston West, you’ll work closely with our board-certified surgeons and clinical team to deliver high-level surgical and perioperative patient care.

Responsibilities include:

• Support patients through all stages of the surgical visit, from admission through recovery

• Assist with patient assessments, diagnostics, and treatments

• Perform and monitor anesthesia and sedation for a variety of procedures

• Prepare and assist during advanced soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries, including scrubbing in

• Monitor patients before, during, and after surgery to ensure comfort and safety

• Provide exceptional client communication and patient advocacy throughout hospitalization

• Assist with advanced diagnostic imaging, including CT and C-arm imaging

• Maintain accurate medical records and uphold high standards of patient care and safety

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of Veterinary Technician experience in a clinical setting

• CVT, LVT, or RVT preferred, but not required

• Strong anesthesia monitoring skills required

• Experience with radiographic technique preferred

• Surgical nursing experience strongly preferred

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced specialty hospital environment

• Strong communication skills and a collaborative team mindset

• Commitment to patient safety, client service, and high-quality veterinary medicine

• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required

Why Boston West? This Is Where Technicians Thrive

You’re not here to just get through your shift—you’re here to grow, contribute, and be part of something exceptional.

At Boston West, we bring together Expert Care and Local Heart—meaning you’ll practice high-level medicine while building real connections with patients, clients, and your team.

• Medicine that challenges you – Work alongside a highly skilled team in a 10,000 sq. ft. specialty facility with CT, ultrasound, and advanced diagnostics, where your knowledge and critical thinking truly matter

• Care that goes beyond medicine – Support and guide clients through emotional moments, building trust and making a lasting impact when they need it most

• True collaboration – ER + Specialty working together, partnering across departments and with referring veterinarians to deliver seamless, thoughtful care

• Real career growth – Whether you’re pursuing VTS or expanding your skills, we invest in your future and give you the opportunity to level up

• You’re heard here – Your input matters in patient care, case management, and team decisions—you’re a valued voice, not just a role

• A team you actually want to work with – Supportive, positive, and genuinely collaborative, with people who show up for each other every day

This is a place where your clinical skills save lives—and your compassion is what clients remember. This is more than a hospital—it’s a team that shows up for each other, for our patients, and for our community every single day.

Convenient Commuting Distance from Surrounding Areas

Boston West is located in Natick and draws veterinary professionals from across MetroWest and Greater Boston, including:

• Framingham

• Wellesley

• Newton

• Needham

• Weston

• Marlborough

• Sudbury

• Wayland

• Hopkinton

• Ashland

• Westborough

• Medfield

• Dedham

• Brookline

• Boston

• Worcester

Relocation Opportunities

Considering a move?

Boston West may be a great fit for Veterinary Technicians relocating to the Greater Boston area who are looking to grow their skills in surgery, anesthesia, and specialty medicine. Join a hospital where you’ll work alongside an experienced specialty team, build advanced technical skills, and make a meaningful impact in patient care every day.

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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