Veterinary Technician Specialist, Anesthesia and Analgesia

Veterinary Technician Specialist, Anesthesia and Analgesia | $35–$45/hr Location: Woburn, MA Schedule: Full-Time | Three 12-hour shifts per week Compensation: $35–$45/hour + On-Call Compensation Massachusetts Veterinary Referral Hospital in Woburn, MA is hiring a Veterinary Technician Specialist in Anesthesia and Analgesia to join our 24/7 emergency and specialty hospital. As a Level 1 Emergency & Critical Care specialty animal hospital, Mass Vet offers advanced medicine, high-acuity cases, and the opportunity to use your training while supporting exceptional patient care, technician mentorship, and clinical growth. Compensation $35–$45/hour based on experience and credentials Additional compensation for voluntary overnight anesthesia on-call responsibilities Full-Time Benefits: Continuing Education & Uniform Allowance + Free VetBloom access (RACE-approved CE) License reimbursement RECOVER Training for advanced CPR skills Professional Development Assistance Starting 3 weeks vacation + Sick Time Working a holiday = DOUBLE Pay! Employee Referral Bonuses + Employee Pet Discount Access exclusive financial benefits to help you save on student loans, mortgages, and personal loans NVA Pet Resort Discount + Pet Insurance Discount Medical, Dental, Vision + HSA/FSA Options Insurance Options: Life and AD&D + Short & Long-Term Disability + Critical Illness + Accident + Hospital Indemnity 401(k) with employer match Employee Assistance Program Schedule Three 12-hour shifts per week Rotating weekend shifts required Full-time schedule Responsibilities Develop and implement anesthetic plans for specialty and critical care patients Prepare patients for anesthesia, induction, and intubation Monitor anesthesia during orthopedic, soft tissue, thoracic, neurologic, and ophthalmic procedures Perform advanced technical skills including: Venipuncture Arterial catheter placement Local blocks and epidurals Provide post-operative recovery monitoring and patient care Collaborate closely with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and specialty teams across the hospital Support technician training and mentorship Participate in voluntary overnight anesthesia on-call rotation Deliver exceptional patient care while maintaining strong communication with the clinical team Qualifications VTS (Anesthesia & Analgesia) required Strong critical thinking and communication skills Ability to thrive in a fast-paced specialty veterinary hospital environment Positive, collaborative, team-oriented mindset 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. Surrounding Areas Located in Woburn, MA, our hospital attracts talented veterinary professionals from throughout Greater Boston and the surrounding region, including: Burlington, MA & Stoneham, MA & Winchester, MA Reading, MA & Wakefield, MA & Wilmington, MA Lexington, MA & Arlington, MA & Medford, MA Melrose, MA & Malden, MA & Billerica, MA Bedford, MA & Tewksbury, MA North Reading, MA & Andover, MA North Andover, MA & Somerville, MA & Cambridge, MA Boston, MA & Lowell, MA & Chelmsford, MA Know Someone Amazing? If this role isn’t the right fit but you know a great CVT, send them our way! Email View email address on click.appcast.io—you could earn a $1,250 referral bonus if they’re hired. Considering Relocating? Great talent can come from anywhere, and we welcome candidates who are considering a move. Whether you're relocating from another city, another state, or across the country, our Talent Acquisition team is here to support you throughout the hiring process and answer questions about the role, the hospital, and the surrounding community. About Ethos Veterinary Health Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next. Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery. Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally. At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together. Join Us At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care. Equal Opportunity Employer Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.