Job Description
Job DescriptionDescriptionAt Acorn Animal Hospital, our team is united by compassion, professionalism, and a shared love for animals. We’re looking for an experienced and motivated Veterinary Technician to join our dedicated team in Franklin, Massachusetts. If you’re passionate about patient care, thrive in a collaborative environment, and value a positive workplace culture, we’d love to meet you!
Position OverviewAs a Veterinary Technician, you’ll play an essential role in supporting our veterinarians and providing exceptional care to our patients and clients. You’ll use your technical skills daily in a supportive, growth-oriented environment that prioritizes teamwork, communication, and continuing education.
Here is What Your day May Consist of:
- Provide compassionate care to all patients and clients
- Maintain positive, cooperative relationships with team members
- Ensure a clean, organized, and sanitary hospital environment
- Prepare and maintain exam rooms, treatment areas, and surgical suites
- Accurately maintain medical records and patient documentation
- Admit and discharge patients in accordance with hospital policy and doctor’s orders
- Restrain patients safely and effectively during exams and procedures
- Administer SQ, IM, and IV injections, and assist with anesthesia induction and monitoring
- Collect and process laboratory samples, including blood draws, urinalysis, ear cytologies, skin scrapings, and fungal cultures
- Perform and record results of in-house laboratory tests
- Prepare and discuss treatment estimates and support hospital financial policies
- Assist veterinarians in medical, surgical, and dental procedures
- Prepare patients for surgery and monitor them through recovery
- Manage and maintain surgical materials and sterile equipment
- Perform radiographs and dental prophylaxis, including taking dental x-rays
- Place IV catheters, manage fluid therapy, and operate IV pumps
- Assist in preparing patients and equipment for ultrasound procedures
- Recognize changes in patient condition and promptly notify veterinarians
- Perform emergency procedures such as bleeding control, resuscitation, and airway management when necessary
- Provide clear and confident client communication, including follow-up calls, lab results, and discharge instructions
- Demonstrate initiative in advancing clinical skills through continuing education and hands-on learning
Here is What You Will Bring to the Position:
- Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) preferred; experienced non-credentialed candidates will be considered
- Minimum 1–2 years of clinical experience in a veterinary setting
- Strong technical skills and understanding of common medications, dosages, and side effects
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and client service skills
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and remain active for extended periods
- Must be comfortable working around animals of all temperaments
- Availability for rotating weekends and holiday shifts
Here is What We Will Offer You:
- Exceptional compensation
- Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement (in an accredited Veterinary Technology program)
- Retirement: 401(K) with employer match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Training and career development
- Paid license fees and dues
- Generous CE allowance
- Paid VTS specialization
Ready for your next Adventure to live your best Veterinary Lifestyle? Apply Today!!!