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About the role
Pay for this role is about 38% below the Massachusetts median for nursing roles.
The technician will assist with surgical case management, including scrubbing into orthopedic and soft tissue procedures and managing anesthesia. They are also responsible for preparing surgical suites, monitoring hospitalized patients, and collaborating with the clinical team to ensure high-quality care.
Certified Veterinary Technician, Surgery | $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
No on call - No holidays!!!
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.
$100 Yearly Shoe Stipend + Scrubs provided (free to you!)
CVT/LVT/RVT license reimbursement
RECOVER Training for advanced CPR skills
VTS Support
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
Requirements
Candidates must be a Certified, Registered, or Licensed Veterinary Technician (CVT/RVT/LVT). Strong experience in anesthesia and surgical nursing within a fast-paced specialty setting is preferred.
professional certificate
Communication
Time management
Anesthesia monitoring
Instrument sterilization
Clinical collaboration
Critical care
Patient recovery
Anesthesia induction
Surgical assistance
Orthopedic surgery support
Emergency veterinary medicine
Surgical suite preparation
Patient nursing care
Diagnostic sample collection
Soft tissue surgery support
Posting details
Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$23 - $28/hr
Location
Deerfield, Massachusetts
Posted
Jul 31, 2026
Closes
Oct 29, 2026
Application
Employer website
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:
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.
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