Certified Veterinary Technician

Alliance Animal Health·Hudson, New Hampshire

$20 - $28/hrFull Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 26 days ago

Practice for this role

Certified Veterinary Technician · $20 - $28/hr

How this role compares

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-17% vs. median posted rate for dental roles in New Hampshire ($24.00/hr, n=89)

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About the role

Pay for this role is about 17% below the New Hampshire median for dental roles.

The technician will perform clinical duties including patient triage, laboratory sample analysis, diagnostic imaging, and surgical assistance. They are also responsible for managing hospitalized cases and communicating treatment plans effectively to clients.

Company Description Lowell Road Veterinary Center is a state of the art, multi-doctor veterinary hospital that offers personal, progressive, and comprehensive animal care to dogs, cats, and pocket pets in the Hudson, New Hampshire. We understand all the different ways your pet communicates love and trust. Our hospital offers many services including annual wellness care, anesthesia and sedation, dentistry, internal medicine, laser therapy, in-house pharmacy, surgery, urgent/immediate care, rehabilitation services, and acupuncture. We are ready with a positive, experienced support staff and excellent clientele and well equipped with ultrasound, underwater treadmill therapy, massage therapy, digital radiography, dental x-ray, and a complete in-house laboratory. We also have our sister hospital 25 minutes down the road in Bedford, New Hampshire, Bedford Veterinary Medical Center. ***Applicants should understand that shifts will be expected to be covered both at this location as well as at our sister hospital located at 246 State Rte 101, Bedford, NH 03110**
Our hours of operation are: Monday - Friday: 7AM - 6PM Saturday: 7AM - 4PM Sunday: 9AM - 3PM To learn more about us, click https://www.lowellroadvetcenter.com

Job Description

Job duties include, but are not limited to: Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management. This position will also be required to provide support for Urgent Care shifts when needed. Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases. Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

***Applicants should understand that shifts will be expected to be covered both at this location as well as at our sister hospital located at 246 State Rte 101, Bedford, NH 03110**
We’re looking for: A Certified Veterinary Technician with an active license required, 1+ year professional experience preferred but not required Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts Availability to work some weekends Excellent client communication and medical record management skills Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture, with additional skills in dental radiography being a plus Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.

Additional Information

Pay Range: $20 - $28/hr. negotiable depending on level of experience We offer our staff: Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA) Employee Assistance Program Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees Paid Bereavement Program Paid Parental Leave Program Competitive Compensation Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles) Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program Career Development Opportunities Referral Bonus Program for most positions! Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.) Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check. *Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status. For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/.

Compensation

USD 20 - USD 28 - hourly

Requirements

Candidates must hold an active Certified Veterinary Technician license and demonstrate proficiency in veterinary procedures and animal restraint. The role requires the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and travel between two hospital locations.

professional certificate
Triage
Medication administration
Laboratory sample collection
Preventative care
Client communication
Nursing care
Diagnostic imaging
Animal restraint
Surgical preparation
Medical record management
Dental radiography
Urgent care
Low-stress handling
Radiographic positioning
Anesthetic management

Benefits

Referral bonus
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401k
Paid vacation
FSA
HSA
Tuition reimbursement
Holiday pay
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Paid sick time
401k matching
Continuing education allowance
Supplemental insurance
Employee assistance program
Uniform allowance
Liability insurance
Paid bereavement program
Personal pet discounts

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $20 - $28/hr
Location: Hudson, New Hampshire
Posted: Aug 13, 2026
Application: Employer website

Certified vet tech roles in New Hampshire

Certified Veterinary Technician roles in New Hampshire are typically driven by steady demand in small-animal clinics, specialty practices, and emergency settings. Competition often centers on certification, hands-on technical ability, computer proficiency, and calm animal handling, while the listed benefits include health, dental, life insurance, holiday pay, and an employee assistance program. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, and confirm whether your AVMA-accredited training or certification matches the posting before applying.