Vernon Woods Animal Hospital
Vernon Woods Animal Hospital provides medical services to pet dogs, cats, ferrets, rabbits, gerbils, hamsters, and guinea pigs.
- Open roles
- 190
Job facts
- Location
- Melrose, Massachusetts, United States of America
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Veterinary Assistants
- Salary
- $22 – $30
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Veterinary Technician
at Vernon Woods Animal Hospital
Melrose Animal Clinic | Melrose, MA
🐾 Join Our Growing Veterinary Team at Melrose Animal Clinic!
Melrose Animal Clinic is seeking a Veterinary Technician —certified (CVT) or experienced non-certified —to join our AAHA-accredited, seven- doctor small animal practice in Melrose, MA. We are hiring for both full- time and part-time positions and welcome technicians at different stages of their careers who are passionate about patient care and teamwork.
Whether you’re a credentialed technician or a skilled veterinary assistant looking to continue growing clinically, you’ll find a supportive, hands-on environment where your contributions truly matter.
About Melrose Animal Clinic
At Melrose Animal Clinic, we’re committed to delivering high-quality veterinary medicine , exceptional client service, and a positive, collaborative workplace culture. Our team values compassion, professionalism, and continuous learning, while also prioritizing work/life balance.
As a busy, well-established practice, we offer a wide range of medical and surgical cases and encourage continuing education and professional development for both certified and non-certified team members.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
- Assisting in surgical procedures, including anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
- Performing dental cleanings and maintaining dental equipment
- Supporting veterinarians during exams, treatments, and procedures
- Providing client education on preventive care and wellness
- Conducting laboratory testing and sample processing
- Performing phlebotomy and digital radiography
- Proper cleaning, sterilization, and organization of instruments
- Safe, gentle, and effective animal restraint
Responsibilities may vary based on experience, credentials, and role (CVT vs. non-certified).
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
- Certified Veterinary Technicians (CVT/LVT/RVT) or experienced non-credentialed veterinary technicians/assistants
- Strong communication skills and a team-first mindset
- Experience with anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, or lab work is a plus
- Compassionate, detail-oriented, and dependable
- A genuine passion for animal care and client service
Benefits
- Competitive pay $22-30 / hour
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision insurance
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedules
- 401K with company match
- Career development and training