Veterinary Technician

apple country animal hospital | stow, ma

apple country animal hospital is looking for an experienced veterinary technician to join our team in stow, massachusetts. Cvts are encouraged to apply, but credentialing is not required - we're also interested in experienced non-credentialed technicians with a strong technical skill set.

we're a full-service small animal hospital with an established team providing medical, surgical, dental, preventative, diagnostic, and senior care. Our focus is on providing individualized, compassionate medicine while building lasting relationships with our clients and their pets.

this is a great opportunity for an experienced technician who wants to be an active part of patient care, use their technical skills, and work alongside a team that values collaboration, client education, and continued learning.

• venipuncture and laboratory sample collection
• iv catheter placement
• administering medications, injections, and treatments
• anesthesia induction, monitoring, and patient recovery
• dental procedures and dental radiography based on experience
• digital radiology and diagnostic imaging
• surgical preparation and assistance
• in-house laboratory testing
• patient restraint and low-stress handling
• technician appointments and outpatient treatments as appropriate
• supporting veterinarians during appointments and procedures
• patient assessment and monitoring
• client education and discharge instructions
• maintaining accurate medical records
• helping mentor and support less experienced members of the team

apple country's caseload includes wellness and preventative medicine, surgery, dentistry, internal medicine, digital radiology, in-house diagnostics, geriatric care, pain management, behavior consultations and end-of-life care.

• previous veterinary technician experience required
• cvt preferred but not required
• experienced non-credentialed technicians are encouraged to apply
• strong venipuncture and patient-handling skills
• experience with anesthesia and surgical patient monitoring
• comfortable working with both canine and feline patients
• ability to work independently while remaining highly collaborative
• strong communication and client-education skills
• dependable, proactive, and willing to jump in where needed
• commitment to quality patient care and continued professional growth

you'll be joining an established support team that includes both certified veterinary technicians and experienced non-credentialed veterinary technicians
, with team members bringing a variety of interests and strengths including surgery, anesthesia, dentistry, blood draws and catheter placement, nutrition, senior-patient care, client education, and fear-conscious patient handling.

apple country emphasizes continued training and practical experience as part of maintaining a skilled and engaged veterinary team.

if you enjoy being a hands-on technician and want to work somewhere you can actually use your skills, this is an opportunity to join a well-rounded gp team with a varied caseload and a strong focus on individualized patient care.

the hospital's current hours are monday-thursday, 8:00 am-8:00 pm and friday, 8:00 am-4:30 pm, with the hospital closed saturdays and sundays.

whether you're a credentialed technician or have built your skills through years of hands‑on experience, if you're confident in your abilities, care about the client and patient experience, and want to be part of a collaborative veterinary team, we'd love to meet you.

$22.00 - $25.00 an hour based on experience.

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with a total company match up to 4%, after 6 months of employment
• generous paid time off and flexible scheduling
• continuing education allowance and professional development support
• mental health resources
• company paid bonding leave or applicable state provided bonding leave

• pet care: discounts on veterinary services and products
• diagnostics: savings on reference lab testing
• nutrition: discounts on purina pet foods
• insurance: preferred rates with our pet insurance partner

• must be a team player and have compassion for pets and their people
• ability to multi-task
• ability to lift 50 pounds
• high school diploma or equivalent

employment will require the successful completion of references and background check.

it is unlawful in massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Rarebreed veterinary partners and any of its affiliated companies does not use lie detector tests as part of the application process.