Certified Veterinary Technician - Veterinary Urgent Care Center Dedham

About the role

Veterinary Urgent Care Center (VUCC) – Dedham, MA is a three-doctor urgent care practice located at 926 Providence Highway, Dedham, MA 02026. We are part of a supportive national network committed to fostering professional growth for all teammates.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient histories and perform triage assessments
• Place IV catheters and perform venipuncture
• Administer medications and injections
• Collect diagnostic samples and perform in-house laboratory testing
• Perform ultrasound-guided cystocentesis
• Maintain accurate records and communicate with clients regarding patient care and treatment plans
• Collaborate closely with veterinarians to provide exceptional urgent care medicine

Requirements

• Current state license in good standing as a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)
• Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program
• Experience in a veterinary setting, with urgent care or emergency experience preferred
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Qualifications

• Proven ability to handle a wide range of technical skills, including emergency procedures, anesthesia monitoring, and critical care nursing
• Confidence in working with animals of all temperaments in a fast-paced environment
• A calm, efficient, and decisive approach during medical emergencies

Skills

• Effective communication and collaboration
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) retirement options and additional financial protection benefits like Life Insurance and Disability coverage
• Professional development opportunities including educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs
• Discounted veterinary care for your own pets and free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc

Pay

Competitive hourly rate or salary based on experience and role.

Schedule

This Position Includes:

• Monday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Friday: 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• Every other Saturday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Hospital Hours:

• Monday–Friday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
• Saturday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• Sunday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Company Culture

We have exceptionally low turnover because we invest in our people—not just as veterinary professionals, but as teammates. We celebrate successes, support one another during difficult cases, laugh together, and create an environment where everyone feels valued. Some Of The Ways We Build Our Team Include:

• Annual team outings
• Monthly team meetings
• "Decompress to Connect" team-building sessions
• Fun games with prizes like Minute to Win It, medical trivia, and team challenges
• Opportunities to contribute to our social media and community outreach

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Mission Pet Health, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying disability, or veteran status.