Veterinary Technician or Assistant
About this role
Veterinary Assistant or Technician
Saugus Animal Hospital
Location: Saugus, MA
Schedule: Full-Time | Four 10-hour shifts or Five 8-hour shifts | One Saturday per month
Join Our Team
Saugus Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician to join our collaborative, patient-focused team. We are a busy three-doctor small animal practice committed to providing exceptional patient care while fostering a supportive, positive environment for both our clients and team members.
If you're passionate about veterinary medicine, thrive in a fast-paced setting, and enjoy working alongside a team that values compassion, communication, and continued learning, we'd love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Assist veterinarians during appointments, treatments, and procedures
- Safely restrain patients for examinations, diagnostics, and treatments
- Collect blood, urine, fecal, and other laboratory samples
- Perform in-house laboratory testing and prepare samples for outside laboratories
- Prepare exam rooms, treatment areas, and surgical suites
- Monitor hospitalized patients and report changes in condition
- Assist with anesthesia monitoring, surgical preparation, and patient recovery (based on experience)
- Administer medications and treatments as directed by the veterinarian
- Take and process radiographs
- Educate clients on medications, preventive care, and discharge instructions
- Maintain accurate medical records
- Help keep the hospital clean, organized, and running efficiently
Qualifications
We're looking for candidates who have:
- Previous experience working as a Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician (required)
- Strong patient restraint and animal handling skills
- Experience with laboratory procedures, radiology, and patient care
- Surgical and anesthesia experience is a plus
- Excellent communication and client service skills
- The ability to multitask and remain organized in a fast-paced environment
- A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to support the team
Schedule
- Full-time position
- Choose between four 10-hour shifts or five 8-hour shifts
- One Saturday shift each month is required
Benefits
We believe in taking care of our team by offering:
- Monthly bonus opportunities
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 24/7 mental health resources
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Annual scrub allowance
- Free RACE-approved continuing education
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee recognition and incentive programs
- Employee pet care discounts and pet insurance savings
- Career growth opportunities throughout the Community Veterinary Partners network
Why Saugus Animal Hospital?
At Saugus Animal Hospital, we believe great medicine starts with a great team. We foster a culture built on teamwork, respect, and continuous learning, where every team member has the opportunity to grow professionally while making a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their families.
If you're an experienced veterinary professional looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of the Saugus Animal Hospital team!
Community Veterinary Partners (CVP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Company at a glance
At Community Veterinary Partners, we believe a kinder, more compassionate world begins with how we care—for animals, for people, and for each other.
We’re a growing community of over 140 locally led general practice, exotic, large animal, and ER/Specialty veterinary hospitals, across 18 states, united by a shared mission: to create more meaningful moments between pets and people.
Each hospital in our community has its own story, culture, and values—and we believe in honoring and celebrating that individuality. What brings us together is a commitment to care that’s not just clinically excellent, but deeply human in spirit.
Our work is guided by four core pillars
- Elevate Care: through clinical autonomy, innovation, and shared expertise
- Champion People: with well-being support, mentorship, and career growth
- Enhance Experiences: for our teams, clients, and patients alike
- Expand Impact: in the communities we serve and the profession we love
Whether it’s mentoring the next generation of doctors, hosting clinical trials, fostering leadership, or helping a team open the doors to a new hospital, CVP is building something lasting: a trusted community where veterinary professionals feel seen, supported, and empowered to lead.
We’re not just in the business of veterinary medicine—we’re building a place where people grow, teams thrive, and every meaningful moment of care makes a difference.
Top Benefits
- Monthly bonus opportunities
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 24/7 mental health resources
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Annual scrub allowance
- Free RACE-approved continuing education
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee recognition and incentive programs
- Employee pet care discounts
- Pet insurance savings
- Career growth opportunities
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