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.

Compensation

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

Full-Time Benefits:

• Continuing Education + Free VetBloom 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 Sponsorships + 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

Schedule

• Friday–Monday; 12:00pm–9:00pm

Responsibilities
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.
Responsibilities include:

• 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
• Collaborating with emergency and specialty teams to deliver exceptional patient care

Qualifications
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

About VESH South Deerfield
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.

Serving South Deerfield & Surrounding Communities
Located in South Deerfield, MA, VESH is accessible from many surrounding communities where experienced veterinary technicians commonly commute from, including:

• Northampton, MA & Amherst, MA
• Greenfield, MA & Hadley, MA
• Easthampton, MA & Holyoke, MA
• Springfield, MA & West Springfield, MA
• Brattleboro, VT & Northern Connecticut communities

Know Someone Amazing?
If this role isn’t the right fit but you know a great CVT, send them our way!
Email [email protected]—you could earn a $1,250 referral bonus if they’re hired.

Considering Relocating?
Great talent can come from anywhere, and we welcome candidates who are considering a move. Whether you're relocating from another city, another state, or across the country, our Talent Acquisition team is here to support you throughout the hiring process and answer questions about the role, the hospital, and the surrounding community.

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.
Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.
Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.
At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Join Us
At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.