Veterinary Technician

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Veterinary Technician

Acoaxet Veterinary Clinic

965 Sanford Rd, Westport, MA 02790

Acoaxet Veterinary Clinic is seeking a skilled and compassionate Veterinary Technician to join our team in Westport, MA.

We're an AAHA-accredited veterinary hospital with a strong, supportive team and excellent staff longevity. Our technicians are valued as an important part of the medical team and are encouraged to use their skills, continue learning, and provide high-quality patient care.

This is an excellent opportunity for a CVT, LVT, or RVT who enjoys hands-on patient care and has an interest in surgery, anesthesia, and dentistry.

We do a lot of dentistry and offer opportunities to build and expand your technical skills.

Why Join Acoaxet Veterinary Clinic?

• 4-day workweek
• Rotating half-day Saturdays, followed by two weekdays off
• $24-$27/hour, based on experience
• AAHA-accredited veterinary hospital
• Strong, collaborative team culture
• Excellent staff longevity, with many team members here for 10-20+ years
• Leadership with 20+ years at the hospital
• Approachable management with a genuine open-door policy
• Supportive environment where your experience and ideas are valued
• Mentorship and opportunities to continue developing your veterinary skills
• CE allowance and license reimbursement
• Pet care discounts and uniform allowance
• Community involvement through local shelters and rabies clinics
• Annual summer outings, holiday parties, and team events

What You'll Do

As a Veterinary Technician, you'll work closely with our veterinarians and the rest of the medical team to provide excellent patient care.

Responsibilities may include:

• Preparing patients for surgery, dentistry, and medical procedures
• Assisting veterinarians with surgical procedures
• Monitoring anesthesia and supporting patients throughout anesthesia and recovery
• Performing dental cleanings and dental radiographs
• Providing pre-operative and post-operative patient care
• Maintaining sterile surgical environments and properly handling surgical instruments
• Monitoring hospitalized patients and providing nursing care
• Performing treatments and following veterinary treatment plans
• Assisting veterinarians during appointments and examinations
• Collecting and processing laboratory samples
• Supporting diagnostic procedures and laboratory work
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Educating clients on routine treatment and home-care instructions as directed by the veterinarian
• Maintaining clean, organized, and properly stocked treatment and surgical areas
• Working collaboratively with veterinarians, veterinary assistants, client service representatives, and other members of the hospital team

What We're Looking For

We are seeking a credentialed Veterinary Technician, including:

• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)
• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)
• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
• Equivalent state-recognized veterinary technician credential

New graduates or veterinary technicians who are eligible for credentialing may also be considered, with mentorship available.

The ideal candidate will have:

• An interest in surgery, anesthesia, and dentistry
• Strong animal-handling and patient-care skills
• Experience with anesthesia monitoring or a strong desire to develop these skills
• Interest or experience in veterinary dentistry and dental radiology
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow medical protocols
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A compassionate approach to patient and client care
• Reliability and a willingness to contribute to the entire hospital team
• A positive, collaborative attitude

Compensation & Benefits

$24.00-27.00 per hour, based on experience

Our benefits package includes:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Accrued sick and vacation time
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Pet care discounts
• Uniform allowance
• CE allowance
• License reimbursement

A Team Where People Stay

Acoaxet Veterinary Clinic is proud of the longevity of our team. Many of our employees have been part of the hospital for 10-20+ years, including members of our leadership team who have been here for more than 20 years.

We have a laid-back, approachable management style and an open-door policy. We believe our team members should feel comfortable asking questions, sharing ideas, and working together to provide the best possible care for our patients.

We're also committed to supporting our local community through partnerships with animal shelters, discounted veterinary services, community rabies clinics, and volunteer efforts.

If you're a CVT, LVT, or RVT looking for a supportive hospital with a strong team culture, a 4-day workweek, and opportunities to grow your skills in surgery, anesthesia, and dentistry, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today!

Acoaxet Veterinary Clinic

965 Sanford Rd

Westport, MA 02790

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Values: Care Deeply, Do What's Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What's Next

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet's life.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here's what to expect when interacting with us:

• We'll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com
• We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication
• All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com
• There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at hiringhub@nva.com. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.

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