Veterinary Technician, Emergency Overnight

Compensation

• $24–$30/hour based on skills and experience
• Overnight shift differential: +$5/hour for hours worked between 11:00 PM–6:00 AM
• Continuing Education & Uniform Allowance + Free VetBloom access (RACE-approved CE)
• CVT/LVT/RVT license reimbursement
• RECOVER Training for advanced CPR skills
• Venture Technical Education Sponsorships + VTNE reimbursement + VTS Support
• 16-Week VTNE Study Group
• Professional Development Assistance
• Generous PTO + Paid Holidays
• 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

Responsibilities

• Triage emergency patients and support the intake process
• Guide clients through their pet’s treatment and care plan
• Collaborate closely with DVMs on diagnostics, treatments, and procedures
• Perform anesthesia monitoring and patient recovery care
• Place IV catheters and collect laboratory samples
• Assist with radiographs, imaging, surgeries, and emergency procedures
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Deliver exceptional patient care and client service in a fast-paced emergency setting

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in a veterinary clinical setting required
• Strong anesthesia and patient monitoring skills
• CVT, LVT, or RVT preferred, but not required
• Emergency or critical care experience preferred
• Confidence with catheter placement, laboratory work, and technical nursing skills
• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented hospital environment
• Strong communication skills and commitment to exceptional patient care
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required

About the Role

Bulger Veterinary Hospital is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician, Emergency to join our overnight Emergency team in Lawrence, Massachusetts. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Veterinary Technician looking to grow ER and ICU skills while working in a collaborative specialty hospital environment.

This position involves working alongside experienced veterinarians, specialists, and technicians while supporting advanced patient care and making a direct impact every shift.

We are committed to helping veterinary technicians continue growing their skills while practicing high-quality medicine in a supportive team environment.

Our hospital offers advanced diagnostics, specialty medicine, surgery, emergency and critical care, and collaborative treatment planning across services.

We are located in Lawrence, Massachusetts and attract veterinary professionals from across northeastern Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire, including Lawrence, Andover, North Andover, Methuen, Haverhill, Lowell, Dracut, Tewksbury, Salem, Windham, Nashua, Derry, Manchester, and Boston North Shore communities.

Our hospital is part of Ethos Veterinary Health, which is committed to helping veterinary technicians continue growing their skills while practicing high-quality medicine in a supportive team environment.

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