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Surgical Veterinary Technician

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Salary$29 – $35/hr
LocationLovejoy Veterinary Hospital & Urgent Care, Boston, MA
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
DepartmentTechnicians
Company size501–1,000 people
PostedOct 15, 2026 · 2w ago
Verified live16h ago
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Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery
Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion
Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates
Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement
Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing
Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready
Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times
Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately
Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions
Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off
401(k)
Professional development
Veterinary Technician
Salary: $29 - $35 per hour, determined by the candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications.
Schedule: The hospital is open 8 a.m.–9 p.m., seven days a week, evenings and rotating weekends required.
Lovejoy Veterinary Hospital & Urgent Care is hiring a full-time Surgical Veterinary Technicians to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.
We’re building a brand-new team for our general practice and urgent care hospital opening in November 2026, and we’re excited to add passionate Veterinary Technicians to our lineup!
What to Expect as a Vet Tech
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A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
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Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees
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Professional development opportunities
Key Responsibilities:
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Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
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Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
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Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates
•
Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
•
Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
•
Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
•
Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.
Qualifications:
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Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
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Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
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Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.
About Lovejoy Veterinary Hospital & Urgent Care
Opening in November 2026, Lovejoy Veterinary Hospital & Urgent Care will bring high-quality general practice and urgent veterinary care to Boston’s historic North End.
We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.