Veterinary Technician

The role

This person will provide skilled care to patients and service to clients. Duties include supporting veterinarians with exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.

What you will do

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates
• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times

Required qualifications

• At least 2 years of veterinary experience
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines

Nice to have

• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) certification

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) plan
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee pet discount

About the company

Highland Animal Hospital is a community dedicated to the well-being of pets and their families. The team combines compassionate care with cutting-edge medicine in Needham, MA.