Veterinary Technician, Anesthesia Overnight
Ethos Veterinary Health·Woburn, Massachusetts
Ethos Veterinary Health·Woburn, Massachusetts
Manage anesthesia for emergent surgical cases and provide comprehensive nursing care for ASA I-IV patients. Work independently overnight with on-call residents and surgeons to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes.
Veterinary Technician, Anesthesia Overnight | $30 - $40/hr.
Massachusetts Veterinary Referral Hospital in Woburn, MA is hiring an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our Overnight Anesthesia team. This full-time Veterinary Technician opportunity is ideal for a Vet Tech looking to grow advanced anesthesia, surgery, and specialty medicine skills in a Level 1 Emergency & Critical Care specialty animal hospital.
Work independently overnight alongside the on-call resident and surgeons, providing anesthesia support for ASA I-IV cases while supporting advanced procedures, surgery and specialty cases.
Compensation $30–$40/hour, based on experience and skill level + $5/hour Overnight Shift Differential (11:00 PM–7:00 AM) Additional Earning Potential for VTS Technicians 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 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 Full-Time, Overnight Four 10-hour shifts each week, 9:00 PM–7:00 AM Shift differential of $5/hour applies to hours worked between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM Holiday shifts are compensated at DOUBLE PAY
Work independently overnight with the on-call resident and surgeons to manage anesthesia for emergent surgical cases Perform patient assessments, diagnostics, treatments, and nursing care in coordination with the on-call surgical team Execute, monitor, and recover assigned sedation and anesthetic events, escalating to the on-call resident or surgeon as needed Monitor anesthetized patients using advanced anesthesia equipment and respond appropriately throughout every procedure, including during periods of independent overnight coverage Deliver exceptional nursing care while advocating for patient comfort and safety Communicate effectively with the on-call resident, surgeons, and overnight team to ensure outstanding patient outcomes
Experienced Veterinary Technician, Vet Tech, CVT, RVT, or LVT preferred Anesthesia, surgery, specialty, emergency, or critical care experience preferred Demonstrated ability to work independently and make sound clinical judgments during overnight hours with on-call support Strong patient monitoring, technical, and communication skills Ability to work collaboratively in a specialty veterinary environment 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.
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Experienced Veterinary Technician (CVT, RVT, or LVT preferred) with a background in anesthesia, surgery, or emergency/critical care. Must be able to work independently and possess strong clinical judgment and communication skills.
Market context
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