Veterinary Technician Jobs in Massachusetts

A Veterinary Technician plays a crucial role in the veterinary industry, providing essential support to veterinarians in diagnosing and treating animals with various health issues. They are responsible for performing a variety of procedures, such as drawing blood, administering medication, preparing animals and equipment for surgery, and assisting during surgical procedures. Veterinary Technicians also conduct laboratory tests and interpret the results, monitor anesthesia and recovery, and educate pet owners on pet care and health issues. They work in a range of settings, including veterinary clinics, animal hospitals, research facilities, and zoos.

Before becoming a Veterinary Technician, a person may work as a veterinary assistant, animal caretaker, or kennel attendant. To qualify as a Veterinary Technician, one must possess an associate's degree in veterinary technology from an accredited institution. Some regions require Veterinary Technicians to pass the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE) to become licensed or certified. Additionally, they should have strong technical skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, patience, and a genuine love for animals. They should also be capable of handling stressful situations and making quick decisions in emergency situations.

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Required Experience: Certification and/or at two years of veterinary technician or tech assistance experience (preferably in a specialty field) is required....

MSPCA/Angell

Veterinary Technicians - Sign on Bonus for CVT - LVT - RVT

To be hired as a technician, you must be a Certified/Licensed Veterinary Technician (CVT). • Must be able to stoop, bend, kneel, and stand for prolonged periods of time, and must be able to lift up...

Perform a variety of technical procedures, including IV catheterization, diagnostic imaging, and emergency anesthesia....

VetIQ Staffing

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Relief Veterinary Technician Job Description Evette Staffing you to explore our exciting and new career opportunity as a full-time Relief Veterinary Technician....

Angell Animal Medical Center in Boston has full time openings in our Emergency-ICU Departments for Veterinary Technicians and Assistants with recent experience in ER-ICU in an animal hospital or clinic...

Our goal is to practice the highest quality medicine and surgery with compassion and an emphasis on client education!...

Veterinary Team Members

  • Pepperell, MA
  • 14 days ago
  • Pepperell, MA
  • 14 days ago

Experienced Veterinary Technician/Assistant We're looking for a skilled technician or assistant with surgical prep and assisting experience....

Veterinary Technician - ER

  • Swansea, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Swansea, MA
  • 30+ days ago

Our ideal candidate is already comfortable with restraint, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, basic medical math, anesthesia induction and recovery....

Certified Veterinary Technician

  • Plymouth, MA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Plymouth, MA
  • 21 hours ago

The Veterinary Technician represents the mission and values to all clients and partners....

Animal Care Technician

  • Worcester, MA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 21 hours ago

Alpha Preclinical, a leading preclinical CRO, located in Worcester MA,is hiring an Animal Care Technician to join our dedicated team....

Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician (Relief) - Cambridge, MA

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 1 day ago

Veterinary technicians additionally perform: Administer, monitor, and maintain patients under general anesthesia with or without mechanical ventilation for patients with varied levels of risk....

Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician - Cambridge, MA

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 1 day ago

Veterinary technicians additionally perform: Administer, monitor, and maintain patients under general anesthesia with or without mechanical ventilation for patients with varied levels of risk....

Animal Care Technician I

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago

As the Animal Care Technician I, you will review, comprehend, and comply with all SOPs and quality assurance standards pertaining to laboratory animals for research, as well as monitor daily animal...

Certified Veterinary Technician

  • Holden, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Holden, MA
  • 2 days ago

Our ideal candidate is an individual who is passionate about animal care, highly motivated, and pays attention to detail....

Veterinary Technician II - Ophthalmology

  • Grafton, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Grafton, MA
  • 2 days ago

What We're Looking For Basic Requirements: Certified Veterinary Technician in good standing....

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Salary for Veterinary Technician Jobs in Massachusetts

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Veterinary Technicians in Massachusetts offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.3%
Associate's Degree
27.4%
High School or GED
20.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.2%
Master's Degree
4.0%
Doctorate Degree
3.8%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
1.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Veterinary Technicians in Massachusetts
Less than 1 year
50.3%
None
20.2%
1-2 years
17.5%
2-4 years
10.4%
4-6 years
1.6%


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