Veterinary Technician – Internal Medicine/Surgery Hybrid Role
Boston West Veterinary Emergency and Specialty | Natick, MA
$25 – $35/hr | Full-Time + Benefits | 10 hour shifts

Join Our Talented Surgery & Internal Medicine Team at Boston West Veterinary Emergency and Specialty!

Are you a skilled, compassionate Veterinary Technician looking to expand your capabilities across both Surgery and Internal Medicine? Boston West is excited to offer a unique hybrid technician opportunity designed for techs who thrive on variety, advanced medicine, skill growth, and a highly collaborative specialty team culture.

Compensation & Schedule:

• Pay: $25 - $35/hour based on skill assessment and anesthesia experience. 
  • Additional compensation is available for anesthesia on-call hours
• Schedule: Four 10-hour shifts weekly split between Internal Medicine and Surgery services
  • OT hours available to support ER and ICU if interested

• Generous Continuing Education Allowance and Uniform Allowance 
• Potential for a bi-annual bonus tied to hospital performance
• Substantial Paid Time Off 
• RECOVER Training for advanced CPR skills 
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance  
• Short & Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and 401k with employer match 
• Employee Pet Discounts and One-time VTNE Reimbursement 
• 16 Week VTNE Study Group Program!

Key Responsibilities

Internal Medicine

• Guide clients and patients through their visits, working closely with our board-certified internal medicine specialists to ensure exceptional care. 
• Support and perform various diagnostics and procedures, including:
  • Endoscopy
  • CT imaging
  • Ultrasound support
  • Sample collection, lab work, and patient treatments
  • Perform anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Obtain thorough patient histories and maintain accurate medical records
• Monitor hospitalized patients and administer treatments/medications
• Provide clear client communication and discharge education
• Assist in maintaining efficient workflow within the service

Surgery & Anesthesia

• Guide clients and patients through their visits, working closely with our multiple board-certified surgeons to ensure exceptional care. 
• Participate in patient assessments, diagnostics, treatments, and cutting-edge procedures. 
• Perform anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery for complex surgical procedures
• Surgical scrub-in assistance in advanced soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries. 
• Serve as a patient advocate, providing compassionate care and ensuring their comfort and safety during their stay. 
• 💡 Level up your imaging skills! Our team is diving into advanced diagnostic technology, including CT & C-arm imaging, to support cutting-edge procedures.

Specialty Team Support

• Serve as a confident technical resource for team members
• Help uphold high standards of patient care and technical excellence
• Support training and mentorship of newer technicians when appropriate
• Collaborate closely with specialists, technicians, assistants, and client service teams
• Maintain composure, organization, and efficiency in a busy specialty setting

Qualifications

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT) required
• Strong anesthesia experience required
• Experience in specialty or emergency medicine preferred
• An ability to work both independently and within a team, with a dedication to maintaining a positive, supportive hospital culture. 
• Ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Confident, proactive, and team-oriented mindset

• At least 2 years of veterinary technician experience in a clinical setting. 
• CVT, LVT, or VTS preferred 
• Anesthesia monitoring skills required, radiographic technique knowledge, and a passion for delivering top-tier patient care. 
• An ability to work both independently and within a team, with a dedication to maintaining a positive, supportive hospital culture. 
• Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role.

About Us: At Boston West, we believe in empowering our team members through ongoing education, collaboration, and commitment to professional growth. Our 10,000-square-foot, open-concept facility boasts digital radiology, CT, ultrasound, and more. We support advanced learning and specialization through initiatives like Ethos Discovery and our Clinical Trial Initiative. 

Why Boston West? Our surgical team is redefining high-quality, personalized care across a broad range of procedures, including soft tissue, emergency, and orthopedic surgery. You’ll work closely with board-certified veterinary surgeons in a collaborative environment that values skill, growth, and innovation.
Expert care, local heart. This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to develop your expertise and play a key role in advancing surgical care within the region.

Be a part of something bigger. Join Boston West and help us shape the future of veterinary surgery.

For more information, visit us at www.bostonwestvet.com. 




Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.

Ethos Veterinary Health 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, Ethos 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.
 
Ethos Veterinary Health 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.