Veterinary Technician, Emergency | $26–$32/hour | $2000 SIGN ON BONUS for overnights!
Location: Lawrence, Massachusetts
Schedule: Full-Time | Four 9-hour evening/swing shifts or three 12-hour overnight shifts
Compensation: $26–$32/hour + $5/hour Overnight Shift Differential
Bulger Veterinary Hospital is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician, Emergency to join our Emergency & Critical Care team in Lawrence, Massachusetts. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Veterinary Technician looking to grow ER and ICU skills while working in a collaborative specialty hospital environment.
As an Emergency Veterinary Technician at Bulger, you’ll work alongside experienced veterinarians, specialists, and technicians while supporting advanced patient care and making a direct impact every shift.
Compensation
$2000 SIGN ON BONUS for overnights!
$26–$32/hour based on skills and experience
Overnight shift differential: +$5/hour for hours worked between 11:00 PM–6:00 AM
Full-Time Benefits: Continuing Education & Uniform Allowance + Free VetBloom access (RACE-approved CE)
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
Generous PTO + Paid Holidays
Employee Referral Bonuses
Employee 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
Life Insurance
Other Insurance Options: AD&D + Short & Long-Term Disability + Critical Illness + Accident + Hospital Indemnity
401(k) with employer match
Employee Assistance Program
Schedule Four 9-hour evening shifts ( 5:00 PM–2:00 AM or 6:00 PM - 3:00 AM)
OR
Three 12-hour overnight shifts
Responsibilities
As an Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Technician, you will: Triage emergency patients and support the intake process
Guide clients through their pet’s treatment and care plan
Collaborate closely with DVMs on diagnostics, treatments, and procedures
Perform anesthesia monitoring and patient recovery care
Place IV catheters and collect laboratory samples
Assist with radiographs, imaging, surgeries, and emergency procedures
Monitor hospitalized patients and communicate changes in condition
Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
Deliver exceptional patient care and client service in a fast-paced emergency setting
Qualifications 3+ years of experience in a veterinary clinical setting required
CVT, LVT, or RVT preferred, but not required
Strong anesthesia and patient monitoring skills
Emergency or critical care experience preferred
Confidence with catheter placement, laboratory work, and technical nursing skills
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented hospital environment
Strong communication skills and commitment to exceptional patient care
Fluent English speaking and reading skills required
About Bulger Veterinary Hospital
Bulger Veterinary Hospital is a multi-specialty and emergency veterinary hospital serving pets and families throughout Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire. Our hospital offers advanced diagnostics, specialty medicine, surgery, emergency and critical care, and collaborative treatment planning across services.
We are committed to helping veterinary technicians continue growing their skills while practicing high-quality medicine in a supportive team environment.
Surrounding Areas
Bulger Veterinary Hospital attracts veterinary professionals from across northeastern Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire, including: Lawrence, MA & Andover, MA
North Andover, MA & Methuen, MA
Haverhill, MA & Lowell, MA
Dracut, MA & Tewksbury, MA
Salem, NH & Windham, NH
Nashua, NH & Derry, NH
Manchester, NH & Boston North Shore communities
Many of our team members commute from surrounding areas throughout the Merrimack Valley, Greater Boston, and…