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Veterinary Technician, Surgery

Ethos Veterinary Health·Lawrence, Massachusetts

$24 - $34/hr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·
Posted 7 days ago
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About the role

The technician is responsible for monitoring anesthesia, administering agents, and assisting board-certified surgeons during advanced soft tissue and orthopedic procedures. They must also maintain accurate medical records and provide comprehensive pre- and post-operative patient care.

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Veterinary Technician, Surgery | $24–$34/hour | $2,000 Sign-On Bonus Location

  • Lawrence,
  • Massachusetts
  • Schedule: Full-Time |
  • Three 12-hour shifts
  • Compensation: $24–$34/hour + $2,000 Sign-On Bonus ($3,000 for VTS candidates)

Bulger Veterinary Hospital is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician, Surgery to join our specialty team in Lawrence, Massachusetts. This is an opportunity for a Veterinary Technician with anesthesia and surgical experience to work alongside a board-certified surgeon while supporting advanced soft tissue, orthopedic, and minimally invasive procedures.

If you’re passionate about surgery, anesthesia, and delivering exceptional patient care in a collaborative specialty hospital, we’d love to meet you.

  • Compensation
  • $24–$34/hour, based on experience, skill level, and certification
  • $2,000 sign-on bonus
  • $3,000 sign-on bonus for VTS candidates
  • Competitive compensation with growth opportunities based on experience and credentials

Full-Time Benefits

  • Continuing Education & Uniform Allowance + Free VetBloom access (RACE-approved CE)
  • 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
  • Generous PTO + Paid Holidays
  • 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
  • No weekends
  • Up to 3 holidays per year

About the Role

As a Surgical Veterinary Technician, you’ll be an essential part of a collaborative team providing advanced surgical care to a wide variety of specialty cases. This role supports soft tissue, orthopedic, and minimally invasive procedures while working closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and hospital leadership.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor anesthesia throughout surgical procedures, including induction, intubation, extubation, and recovery
  • Calculate and administer anesthetic agents, CRIs, and fluid therapy
  • Troubleshoot anesthesia and monitoring equipment as needed
  • Prepare and collect blood samples for diagnostics
  • Obtain and process pre-operative and post-operative radiographs
  • Scrub in and assist during surgery
  • Assist with procedures including:
  • Abdominal exploratory surgery
  • Cruciate repair
  • Fracture repair
  • Thoracotomy
  • Laparoscopic procedures
  • Arthroscopic procedures
  • Monitor and assess patient vitals for awake, sedated, and anesthetized patients
  • Maintain accurate medical records and surgical documentation
  • Provide exceptional patient care and support throughout the surgical process

Qualifications

We’re looking for a Veterinary Technician who enjoys surgery and anesthesia and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented hospital environment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program or equivalent hands-on experience
  • 3+ years of veterinary technician experience
  • Minimum 2 years of anesthesia experience in a veterinary setting
  • Strong knowledge of anesthetic monitoring, CRIs, fluid therapy, and drug calculations
  • Experience assisting in surgical procedures
  • Strong medical recordkeeping and surgical documentation skills
  • Ability to interpret medical records and apply findings to patient care
  • Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, RVT) strongly preferred
  • VTS candidates encouraged to apply
  • Confidence with anesthesia monitoring and surgical assistance required
  • Positive attitude with a collaborative and team-focused approach to patient care
  • Fluent English speaking and reading skills required

About Bulger Veterinary Hospital Bulger Veterinary Hospital is a multi-specialty and emergency veterinary hospital serving pets and families throughout Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire. Our hospital offers advanced diagnostics, specialty medicine, surgery, emergency and critical care, and collaborative treatment planning across services.

We are committed to helping veterinary technicians continue growing their skills while practicing high-quality medicine in a supportive team environment.

  • Surrounding Areas Bulger Veterinary Hospital attracts veterinary professionals from across northeastern Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire, including:
  • Lawrence, MA & Andover, MA
  • North Andover, MA & Methuen, MA
  • Haverhill, MA & Lowell, MA
  • Dracut, MA & Tewksbury, MA
  • Salem, NH & Windham, NH
  • Nashua, NH & Derry, NH
  • Manchester, NH & Boston North Shore communities

Many of our team members commute from surrounding areas throughout the Merrimack Valley, Greater Boston, and southern New Hampshire.

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.

Requirements

Candidates should ideally be a credentialed veterinary technician (CVT, LVT, RVT) with at least 3 years of experience and 2 years specifically in anesthesia. Proficiency in surgical assistance and a collaborative team approach are required.

  • professional certificate
  • Patient Care
  • Triage
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Equipment Troubleshooting
  • Intubation
  • Surgical Assistance
  • Anesthesia Monitoring
  • Blood Sample Collection
  • Drug Calculations
  • Soft Tissue Surgery
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Radiograph Processing
  • Medical Recordkeeping
  • Fluid Therapy
  • Extubation
  • CRIs Administration

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$24 - $34/hr
Location
Lawrence, Massachusetts
Posted
Jul 20, 2026
Closes
Oct 18, 2026
Application
Employer website
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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...

Salary listed on 605 jobs
IndustryVeterinary Services
TypePrivately Held
Size10,001+ employees
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Surgical vet tech demand in Massachusetts

Veterinary Technician, Surgery roles in Massachusetts tend to favor candidates with credentialing, anesthesia experience, and strong surgical support skills, especially in busy practices that rely on coordinated team workflows. Competition is often strongest for applicants who can work confidently in anesthesia and collaborate closely with veterinarians and support staff. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save time, then tailor your application to highlight your CVT/LVT/RVT status, anesthesia background, and surgical assistance experience.

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