Veterinary Technician, Emergency Overnight

Veterinary Technician, Emergency (CVT/LVT/RVT preferred but not required)

$28–$36/hr | $5,000 Retention Bonus

Location:

Natick, MA

Schedule:

Full-Time | Wednesday–Friday Overnights | 7:00pm–7:00am

Compensation: $28–$36/hour + $5/hour Overnight Shift Differential + $5,000 Retention Bonus

Boston West Veterinary Emergency & Specialty in Natick, MA is hiring an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our Emergency & Critical Care team. This full-time overnight Veterinary Technician opportunity is ideal for a Vet Tech looking to use advanced clinical skills, manage complex cases, and continue growing in emergency and specialty medicine.

Join a collaborative 24/7 emergency animal hospital where your technical skills, critical thinking, and commitment to patient care make an impact every shift.

• $28–$36/hour, pending skill set
• +$5/hour shift differential for hours worked between 11:00pm–7:00am
• Up to $5,000 retention bonus pending skill level & credentialing
  • Half paid at 6 months and half paid at 1 year

• Continuing Education & Uniform Allowance + Free Vet Bloom access (RACE-approved CE)
• 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 + Employee 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
• Referral Bonuses + Potential for a bi-annual bonus tied to hospital performance

• Overnights:
  Wednesday–Friday, 7:00pm–7:00am

• Triage incoming emergency patients and assist with prioritizing care based on clinical condition
• Obtain patient histories and perform initial patient assessments
• Provide hands‑on nursing care for hospitalized and critically ill patients in the ICU
• Assist doctors with diagnostics, treatments, and emergency procedures
• Assist with and monitor sedated procedures, including patient preparation, monitoring, and recovery
• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and laboratory sample collection
• Monitor anesthesia and sedation and support patients through recovery
• Administer medications, fluids, and treatments as directed
• Assist with diagnostic imaging and in‑house laboratory testing
• Closely monitor hospitalized and critical patients, recognizing and communicating changes in patient status
• Deliver compassionate, high-quality patient and client care
• Collaborate closely with ER clinicians, specialists, and support teams across departments

• Veterinary Technician experience required
• Emergency veterinary or critical care experience strongly preferred
• CVT, RVT, or LVT credentials preferred
• Strong technical skills including patient assessment, venipuncture, anesthesia monitoring, and nursing care
• Ability to stay calm, organized, and efficient in a fast‑paced emergency setting
• Strong communication skills with clients and team members
• Positive, collaborative, team‑first mindset
• Passion for emergency medicine and continued professional growth
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required

You’re not here to just get through your shift—you’re here to grow, contribute, and be part of something exceptional.

At Boston West, we bring together Expert Care and Local Heart—meaning you’ll practice high‑level medicine while building real connections with patients, clients, and your team.

• Medicine that challenges you – Work alongside a highly…