Veterinary Technician, Urgent Care

Veterinary Technician, Urgent Care | $22–$29/hr

Location:

South Deerfield, MA

Schedule:

Full-Time | Friday–Monday | 12:00pm–9:00pm

Compensation: $22–$29/hour based on experience and credentials

Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (VESH) in South Deerfield, MA is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician to join our growing Urgent Care team. This Veterinary Technician opportunity is ideal for a Vet Tech who enjoys fast‑paced medicine, hands‑on patient care, client communication, and continuing to build advanced clinical skills.

Join a collaborative emergency and specialty animal hospital where you’ll work alongside our Urgent Care doctor while providing high‑quality medicine and making an impact on patients, clients, and your team every shift.

• Non‑Credentialed Veterinary Technician: $22–$26/hour
• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT): $26–$29/hour
• VTS compensation considered based on experience and credentials

• Continuing Education + Free Vet Bloom access (RACE-approved CE)
• Paid Shoe Stipend & Scrubs provided (free to you!)
• CVT/LVT/RVT license reimbursement
• RECOVER Training for advanced CPR skills
• Veterinary Technician Education Sponsor ships + VTNE reimbursement + VTS Support
• 16-Week VTNE Study Group
• Professional Development Assistance
• PTO + Sick Time
• Employee Referral Bonuses + Employee Pet Discount + Immediate Family 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

• Friday–Monday; 12:00pm–9:00pm

As a Veterinary Technician on our Urgent Care team, you’ll work at the top of your skillset while supporting patients through evaluation, treatment, and discharge.

• Collecting blood and laboratory samples
• IV catheter placement and venipuncture
• Running in‑house laboratory diagnostics
• Performing radiographs and assisting with imaging
• Preparing and dispensing medications
• Monitoring patients during treatment and recovery
• Triaging urgent care patients upon arrival
• Obtaining patient histories and documenting medical records
• Reviewing treatment plans and estimates with clients
• Providing discharge instructions and client education
• Supporting veterinarians with diagnostics, treatments, and procedures
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient treatment area
• Collating with emergency and specialty teams to deliver exceptional patient care

We’re looking for a Veterinary Technician who is confident, compassionate, team‑oriented, and eager to learn.

• Veterinary Technician experience required
• CVT, LVT, or RVT preferred, but not required
• Urgent care, emergency, or specialty experience preferred
• Strong technical skills including venipuncture, catheter placement, radiology, and laboratory sample processing
• Comfortable in a fast‑paced clinical environment
• Excellent communication and client service skills
• Positive attitude with a collaborative, team‑first mindset
• Ability to multitask, stay organized, and adapt throughout a dynamic shift
• Desire to continue learning and growing clinically
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required

Like human medical specialists, VESH supports primary care veterinarians with the evaluation and treatment of pets affected by trauma, chronic issues, serious illness, or unusual disorders requiring advanced training, while also providing critical and emergency veterinary care.

We offer a variety of specialty services including Advanced Imaging (CT), Internal Medicine, Surgery, Medical Oncology, and Emergency and Critical Care.

At VESH, you’ll join a collaborative team committed to exceptional medicine, compassionate care, and continued learning. Every role in our hospital contributes to improving the lives of pets and the families who love them.

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