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Certified Veterinary Technician, Surgery

Ethos Veterinary Health·Deerfield, Massachusetts

$23 - $28/hr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs
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Posted 1 day ago
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About the role

As a Surgery CVT at VESH, you will assist in case management, support surgeries, and master anesthesia. You will also collect diagnostic samples and provide top-tier nursing care.

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Veterinary Technician, Surgery - CVT/LVT/RVT | $23–$28/hr Location

  • South
  • Deerfield,
  • MA
  • Schedule: Full-Time | Four 9-hour shifts or three 12-hour shifts | Monday–Friday
  • Compensation: $23–$28/hour + Additional Earning Potential for VTS Technicians

Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (VESH) in South Deerfield, MA is hiring an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our Surgery team. This full-time Veterinary Technician opportunity is ideal for a CVT, RVT, or LVT looking to strengthen advanced surgical, anesthesia, and specialty medicine skills while working alongside an experienced clinical team.

Join a collaborative specialty animal hospital where you’ll support advanced surgical procedures, manage complex cases, and provide exceptional patient care every day.

  • Compensation
  • $23–$28/hour based on experience and skillset
  • Higher compensation available for VTS candidates

Full-Time Benefits

  • Continuing Education + Free VetBloom access (RACE-approved CE)
  • Paid Shoe Stipend & Scrubs provided (free to you!)
  • CVT/LVT/RVT license reimbursement
  • RECOVER Training for advanced CPR skills
  • Veterinary Technician Education Sponsorships + VTNE reimbursement + VTS Support
  • 16-Week VTNE Study Group
  • Professional Development Assistance
  • PTO + Sick Time
  • Employee Referral Bonuses + Employee Pet Discount + Immediate Family 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
  • Four 9-hour shifts or three 12-hour shifts
  • Monday–Friday

Responsibilities

  • Assist with surgical case management from admission through discharge
  • Scrub in and support orthopedic and soft tissue procedures
  • Perform anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery for surgical patients
  • Collect and process diagnostic samples including blood, urine, and fine needle aspirates
  • Prepare surgical suites, instruments, and equipment for procedures
  • Monitor hospitalized surgical patients and provide high-quality nursing care
  • Collaborate closely with surgeons, doctors, and fellow technicians to ensure excellent patient outcomes
  • Advocate for patients through attentive monitoring, compassion, and exceptional care

Qualifications

  • Certified, Registered, or Licensed Veterinary Technician (CVT/RVT/LVT) required
  • Strong anesthesia and surgical nursing experience preferred
  • Detail-oriented with excellent technical skills and patient care standards
  • Dependable, organized, and comfortable in a fast-paced specialty setting
  • Positive team player with strong communication and time management skills
  • Passionate about delivering exceptional patient and client care
  • Fluent English speaking and reading skills required

About VESH South Deerfield Like human medical specialists, VESH supports primary care veterinarians with the evaluation and treatment of pets affected by trauma, chronic issues, serious illness, or unusual disorders requiring advanced training, while also providing critical and emergency veterinary care.

We offer a variety of specialty services including Advanced Imaging (CT), Internal Medicine, Surgery, Medical Oncology, and Emergency and Critical Care.

At VESH, you’ll join a collaborative team committed to exceptional medicine, compassionate care, and continued learning. Every role in our hospital contributes to improving the lives of pets and the families who love them.

  • Serving South Deerfield & Surrounding Communities Located in South Deerfield, MA, VESH is accessible from many surrounding communities where experienced veterinary technicians commonly commute from, including:
  • Northampton, MA & Amherst, MA
  • Greenfield, MA & Hadley, MA
  • Easthampton, MA & Holyoke, MA
  • Springfield, MA & West Springfield, MA
  • Brattleboro, VT & Northern Connecticut communities

Know Someone Amazing? If this role isn’t the right fit but you know a great CVT, send them our way! Email Katelin.Shephard@ethosvet.com—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.

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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.

Requirements

Candidates must be credentialed as a CVT/RVT/LVT with strong anesthesia and surgical nursing skills. They should be detail-oriented, dependable, and possess strong communication and time management skills.

  • Detail-Oriented
  • Teamwork
  • Dependable
  • Case Management
  • Communication
  • Advocacy
  • Time Management
  • Empathy
  • Patient Care
  • Anesthesia
  • Surgical Nursing
  • Diagnostic Sample Collection

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$23 - $28/hr
Location
Deerfield, Massachusetts
Posted
Jul 27, 2026
Closes
Oct 25, 2026
Application
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Ethos Veterinary Health

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...

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IndustryVeterinary Services
TypePrivately Held
Size10,001+ employees
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