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About the role
Pay for this role is about 29% below the Woburn, Massachusetts median for nursing roles.
Provide advanced nursing care, triage, and monitoring for high-acuity emergency and surgery patients. Support veterinarians with diagnostics and treatments while maintaining accurate medical records and collaborating across specialty teams.
Compensation: Up to $39/hour + Additional Earning Potential for VTS Technicians
Massachusetts Veterinary Referral Hospital in Woburn, MA is hiring experienced Veterinary Technicians to join our Surgery and Emergency departments! This full-time Veterinary Technician opportunity is ideal for a Vet Tech looking to expand advanced clinical skills, work with high-acuity cases, and grow within a Level 1 Emergency & Critical Care specialty animal hospital.
You’ll work alongside experienced clinicians and a collaborative team committed to advanced veterinary medicine.
Compensation
$24 - $39/hour, based on experience and skill level
VTS experience and advanced technical skills may qualify for additional compensation
Veterinary Technician Education Sponsorships + VTNE reimbursement + VTS Support
16-Week VTNE Study Group
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
Requirements
Requires previous veterinary technician experience with a strong preference for emergency, surgery, or specialty backgrounds. CVT, RVT, or LVT certification is considered a bonus, and fluency in English is required.
professional certificate
Communication Skills
Patient Monitoring
Triage
Pain Management
Diagnostics
Surgical Support
Medical Record Maintenance
Emergency Care
Sedation Monitoring
Advanced Nursing Care
Post-operative Recovery
Technical Nursing
Posting details
Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$25 - $35/hr
Location
Woburn, Massachusetts
Posted
Jul 14, 2026
Closes
Oct 12, 2026
Application
Employer website
401(k) with employer match
Employee Assistance Program
Schedule
Full-time opportunities available
Schedules vary by department
Emergency and specialty hospital environment, including potential weekends, holidays, and overnight shifts depending on team needs
Responsibilities
Provide advanced nursing care for emergency and surgery patients
Monitor sedation, pain management, and post-operative recovery
Support DVMs with diagnostics, treatments, procedures, and patient care plans
Triage and monitor high-acuity emergency patients
Communicate clearly with doctors, teammates, and clients
Maintain accurate medical records and uphold hospital protocols
Work collaboratively across ER, surgery, and specialty teams
Qualifications
Veterinary Technician experience required
CVT, RVT, or LVT a bonus!
Emergency, surgery, or specialty experience strongly preferred
Strong patient monitoring, technical nursing, and communication skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced emergency and specialty hospital environment
Team-focused mindset with a commitment to patient care and client service
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 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.
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.
Market context
Veterinary technician roles in Massachusetts
Veterinary technician openings in Massachusetts often reflect steady demand from clinics, specialty practices, and animal hospitals that need experienced support staff. This role is competitive because employers commonly prefer candidates with hands-on veterinary experience, a veterinary field degree, and certification, while benefits like medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and paid time off can help distinguish offers. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit before applying.
