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JobAdX lists this Certified Veterinary Technician opportunity in uxbridge, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Credentialed Veterinary Technicians don't come along every day — and we know it.
VCA Blackstone Valley Animal Hospital is looking for a compassionate, experienced Certified Veterinary Technician to join a team that values your skills, respects your expertise, and gives you the tools to actually use them. This is a hands-on role where your skills and experience will be put to real use — patient care, treatment support, anesthesia, surgery assisting, and everything in between.
As a CVT at VCA Blackstone Valley Animal Hospital , you'll be part of a full-service general practice team in Uxbridge, MA, gaining hands-on experience across wellness care, diagnostics, and surgery — working alongside experienced veterinarians and a dedicated care team using modern diagnostic technology in a hospital built on excellence, high-quality patient care, and a collaborative, team-based approach to medicine. It's an environment made for CVTs who want to keep learning, stay challenged, and grow their technical skills across the full spectrum of small animal medicine.
Compensation : $25.00 - $27.50+ / hr based on skill set, experience and licensure status.
Schedule: Full time (4) 10 hour shifts, rotating Saturdays
Learn more about us here :
Certified Veterinary Technician Responsibilities
Performs and assists with physical exams, gathering patient histories and vitals for the veterinary team
Administers vaccines, medications, and treatments as directed, with accurate dosing and documentation
Places IV catheters, performs venipuncture, and manages fluid therapy
Inducts, maintains, and monitors anesthesia for routine and surgical procedures, tracking vitals throughout
Assists in surgery, including spay/neuter and other routine procedures, along with instrument prep and sterilization
Performs radiography and basic diagnostic imaging, along with in-house lab work (bloodwork, urinalysis, fecal exams, etc.)
Provides dental care support, including cleanings, polishing, and dental radiographs
Educates clients on preventive care, nutrition, medications, and at-home care instructions
Maintains accurate medical records and communicates clearly with veterinarians and the care team
Supports patient comfort and handling across a wide variety of routine and more involved cases
We're looking for someone positive, motivated, and ready to bring ideas to the table — our team meets frequently, and your input genuinely shapes how we grow. We protect our culture fiercely, and that means hiring people with the determination to rise above obstacles, wear multiple hats, and show up for their team.
VCA Total Rewards Benefits Package:
Career Growth & Education
$750 / year continuing education allowance for CrVTs
Up to 16 paid continue education hours per year
VCA-sponsored Veterinary Technician National Exam + employer-paid test prep
Paid yearly NAVTA membership & state credential renewal
VCA-sponsored scholarships and generous discounts to Penn Foster's Veterinary Technician Program
Woof University: free, RACE-approved CE, training and job support webinars on demand
Free subscriptions to Vetfolio and Plumb's online formulary, plus substantial VETgirl savings
Unlimited access to Mars Veterinary Health library (2,000+ journals, 600+ textbooks)
Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities
Time Off & Family Support
Paid vacation (2 weeks for CrVTs) and paid sick days
Paid parental leave & fertility benefits
Paid bereavement days
Health & Wellness
Free mental health support through the Cigna Life Assistance Program & Lyra
Free Headspace subscription (meditation and sleep support)
Perks for You & Your Pets
Generous hospital discounts for your personal pets, including free vaccines
Discounted Hills or Royal Canin pet food delivered to your home
3 pairs of scrubs per year
Compensation & Financial Security
401(k) retirement savings with employer contribution
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options
Multiple, flexible health insurance plans to fit your needs
100% employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
Employer-paid basic life insurance
...And more!
Take a moment to watch what life as a veterinary technician at VCA looks like, straight from a technician's point of view:
Why VCA
VCA is one of the largest networks of animal hospitals in the country — but you'd never know it from the way we operate. Every hospital keeps its own identity, its own team, and its own culture, while giving you access to the resources, mentorship, and career opportunities of a national organization behind you. You get the best of both: the tight-knit feel of a local practice and the backing, benefits, and growth potential of an industry leader.
We're genuinely invested in your career — not just your job. From continuing education to credential support to nationwide transfer opportunities if life takes you somewhere new, we build the kind of support system that helps technicians build real, lasting careers, not just punch a clock. This is a place where your work is seen, your growth is prioritized, and your future in this field actually matters to us.
Interested in this opportunity?
Apply!
We look forward to hearing from you.
The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.Com
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Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!
The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.Com
Worksite address
uxbridge, MA, 01569, US
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