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We are looking for experienced qualified candidates who are interested in working with a multitude of specialists and in a hospital that provides 24 hour emergency service. Candidates must be able to multi-task in a fast paced hospital focusing on client service and patient care.
Tufts Veterinary Emergency Treatment & Specialties is a spacious 25,000 square foot, busy, progressive multi-doctor specialty and emergency practice located in Walpole MA.
Benefits For All Full Time Positions
Our generous benefit package includes include health, dental, CE reimbursement, short and long term disability and life insurance, 401k, flexible spending accounts, vacation, sick and personal time, employee pet discounts on services, food and products, uniforms provided and paid holidays.
Current Positions

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Veterinarians
- Cardiologist - Full or Part-time
- Chief of Critical Care
- Criticalist
- Emergency Veterinarian
- Hospitalist
- Internist
- Urgent Care Veterinarian - Swing Shift
Technical Staff
- ECC Veterinary Assistants - Full & Part Time
- Emergency & Critical Care Credentialed Technician Supervisor
- ER Credentialed Veterinary Technician - Full Time
- ICU Credentialed Veterinary Technicians - Day & Overnight
- Radiology Veterinary Assistant - Full Time
- Surgery Veterinary Assistant - Full Time
Cardiologist - Full or Part-time
Tufts VETS is recruiting a full or part time cardiologist to join our team. We currently have 1 board certified cardiologist. Tufts VETS is an affiliate of the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine, at Tufts University, providing a unique environment combining academia and private practice. Benefits of a hybrid practice include the opportunity to teach, and mentor veterinary students and interns, hold excellent benefits, participate in not-for-profit loan forgiveness programs and most, importantly to see a varied, strong caseload. The dedicated referral base, specialty services, and emergency service provide a multitude of challenging cases. Furthermore, we are privately owned and independently managed- thus you will be invited to practice medicine in your own way. We are proud of our collegial working environment, a highly trained and compassionate support staff, and management who cares for employees.
- Generous sign-on bonus, relocation expenses
- Competitive salary with a tremendous benefits package
- Health, Vision & Dental
- Flexible spending account
- 401K with generous matching program
- CE allowance & paid professional expenses
- Pet care discounts
- Short- and long-term disability
- Life insurance
- PFML
- Employee assistance program
- Paid maternity leave
- Specialists in internal medicine, surgery, diagnostic imaging, ophthalmology, dermatology, cardiology, critical care, and oncology
- A support team consisting of 2 certified veterinary technicians dedicated to cardiology services
- A rotating intern class that will grow from 6 to 7 in 2023-2024
- A 25,000-square foot hospital that recently underwent renovations and currently houses a large ICU, digital radiographs, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, CT, endoscopy, blood bank, telemetry, in-house NOVA and IDEXX lab
- The cardiology service is supported by a GE Vivid E90, GE 6-lead ECG machine and Forest Medical Holter system
- Partnership with the teaching hospital of Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University provides resources including access to the diagnostic laboratory, library consortium, IT support, specialist consultation and more
- Our PACS system is shared with our hospitals at the veterinary school
Walpole, Massachusetts is located halfway between Boston and Providence so you can take advantage of two unique cities. In addition to the rich culture of the cities, we are convenient to the beaches of Cape Cod and the mountains of New England.
Whether you are board certified, residency trained or are currently completing your residency, and are interested in joining a strong group of veterinarians that are providing excellent patient care in a great location, please contact Dr. Julie Callahan or Dr. Barret Bulmer at 508-668-5454, or email your CV to julie.callahan_clark@tufts.edu.
Chief of Critical Care
Tufts VETS is recruiting a Chief of Critical Care to join our Level I VECCS certified veterinary hospital. The position offers the opportunity to provide care to a diverse array of inpatients across multiple specialties while also leading an emergency and critical care department. Tufts VETS is an affiliate of the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine, at Tufts University, providing a unique environment combining academia and private practice. Benefits of a hybrid practice include the opportunity to teach, and mentor, veterinary students and interns, hold excellent benefits, participate in not for profit loan forgiveness programs and most, importantly to see a varied, strong caseload. Furthermore, we are privately owned and independently managed- thus you will be invited to practice medicine in your own way.
- Generous sign-on bonus, relocation expenses
- Competitive salary with a tremendous benefits package
- Health, Vision & Dental
- Flexible spending account
- 401K with generous matching program
- CE allowance & paid professional expenses
- Pet care discounts
- Short- and long-term disability
- Life insurance
- PFML
- Employee assistance program
- Paid maternity leave
- Multiple specialists to support you: internal medicine, surgery, diagnostic imaging, ophthalmology, dermatology, cardiology, anesthesia and oncology
- A growing team of urgent care professionals in support of the ER
- The ECC teams consists of 2 criticalists and 8 experienced ER doctors
- Our rotating intern class will grow from 4 to 6 in 2023-2024
- Our 25,000-square foot hospital recently underwent renovations and currently houses a large ICU, digital radiographs, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, CT, endoscopy, echocardiology suite, blood bank, telemetry, mechanical ventilator, in-house NOVA and IDEXX lab. There are currently 2 surgery suites with plans for a 3rd.
- Partnership with the teaching hospital of Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University provides resources including access to the diagnostic laboratory, library consortium, IT support, specialist consultation and more.
Walpole, Massachusetts is located halfway between Boston and Providence so you can take advantage of two unique cities. In addition to the rich culture of the cities, we are convenient to the beaches of Cape Cod and the mountains of New England.
Are you looking for career growth or a change in your professional life? Consider joining a strong group of veterinarians that provide excellent patient care in a great location. Please contact Dr. Julie Callahan at 508-668-5454, or email your resume to julie.callahan_clark@tufts.edu.
Criticalist
Tufts VETS is recruiting a criticalist to join our Level I VECCS certified veterinary hospital. The position offers the opportunity to provide care to a diverse array of inpatients across multiple specialties. Tufts VETS is an affiliate of the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine, at Tufts University, providing a unique environment combining academia and private practice. Benefits of a hybrid practice include the opportunity to teach, and mentor, veterinary students and interns, hold excellent benefits, participate in not for profit loan forgiveness programs and most, importantly to see a varied, strong caseload. Furthermore, we are privately owned and independently managed- thus you will be invited to practice medicine in your own way.
- Generous sign-on bonus, relocation expenses
- Competitive salary with a tremendous benefits package
- Health, Vision & Dental
- Flexible spending account
- 401K with generous matching program
- CE allowance & paid professional expenses
- Pet care discounts
- Short- and long-term disability
- Life insurance
- PFML
- Employee assistance program
- Paid maternity leave
- Multiple specialists to support you: internal medicine, surgery, diagnostic imaging, ophthalmology, dermatology, cardiology, and oncology
- The ECC teams consists of 2 Criticalists and 8 experienced ER doctors
- Our rotating intern class will grow from 6 to 7 in 2023-2024
- Our 25,000-square foot hospital recently underwent renovations and currently houses a large ICU, digital radiographs, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, CT, endoscopy, echocardiology suite, blood bank, telemetry, mechanical ventilator, in-house NOVA and IDEXX lab. There are currently 2 surgery suites with plans for a 3rd.
- Partnership with the teaching hospital of Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University provides resources including access to the diagnostic laboratory, library consortium, IT support, specialist consultation and more.
Walpole, Massachusetts is located halfway between Boston and Providence so you can take advantage of two unique cities. In addition to the rich culture of the cities, we are convenient to the beaches of Cape Cod and the mountains of New England.
Whether you are board certified, residency trained or are currently completing your residency, and are interested in joining a strong group of veterinarians that are providing excellent patient care in a great location, please contact Dr. Julie Callahan at 508-668-5454, or email your resume to julie.callahan_clark@tufts.edu.
Emergency Veterinarian
Tufts VETS is recruiting an emergency veterinarian to join our Level I VECCS certified hospital. The position offers the opportunity to provide care to a diverse array of inpatients across multiple specialties. Our emergency doctors participate in a rotation of shifts including daytime emergency receiving, daytime inpatient management, mid-day (‘swing’) emergency receiving and overnight shifts. Tufts VETS is an affiliate of the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine, at Tufts University, providing a unique environment combining academia and private practice. Benefits of a hybrid practice include the opportunity to teach, and mentor, veterinary students and interns, hold excellent benefits, participate in not-for-profit loan forgiveness programs and most, importantly to see a varied, strong caseload. Furthermore, we are privately owned and independently managed- thus you will be invited to practice medicine in your own way.
- Generous sign-on bonus, relocation expenses
- Competitive salary with a tremendous benefits package
- Multiple specialists to support you: internal medicine, surgery, diagnostic imaging, ophthalmology, dermatology, cardiology, and oncology
- The ECC teams consists of 2 criticalists and 8 experienced ER doctors
- Our rotating intern class will grow from 6 to 7 in 2023-2024
- Our 25,000-square foot hospital recently underwent renovations and currently houses a large ICU, digital radiographs, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, CT, endoscopy echocardiology suite, blood bank, telemetry, mechanical ventilator, in-house NOVA and IDEXX lab. There are currently 2 surgery suites with plans for a 3rd.
- Partnership with the teaching hospital of Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University provides resources including access to the diagnostic laboratory, library consortium, IT support, specialist consultation and more.
Walpole, Massachusetts is located halfway between Boston and Providence so you can take advantage of two unique cities. In addition to the rich culture of the cities, we are convenient to the beaches of Cape Cod and the mountains of New England.
Whether you are internship trained, or have similar experience, if you are interested in joining a strong group of veterinarians that are providing excellent patient care in a great location, please contact Maureen Antonitis at 508-668-5454, or email your resume to Maureen.antonitis@tufts.edu.
Hospitalist
Tufts VETS is recruiting a hospitalist to join our growing multispecialty veterinary hospital. This position will complement a multitude of specialists providing quality in-patient care, patient evaluation and treatment for a diverse array of medical conditions. Tufts VETS is an affiliate of the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine, at Tufts University, providing a unique environment combining academia and private practice. Benefits of a hybrid practice include the opportunity to teach, and mentor, veterinary students and interns, hold excellent benefits, participate in not for profit loan forgiveness programs and most importantly, to see a varied, strong caseload. Furthermore, we are privately owned and independently managed- thus you will be invited to practice medicine in your own way.
- Generous sign-on bonus, relocation expenses
- Competitive salary with a tremendous benefits package
- Health, Vision & Dental
- Flexible spending account
- 401K with generous matching program
- CE allowance & paid professional expenses
- Pet care discounts
- Short- and long-term disability
- Life insurance
- PFML
- Employee assistance program
- Paid maternity leave
- Multiple specialists to support you: emergency & critical care, surgery, internal medicine diagnostic imaging, ophthalmology, dermatology, cardiology, anesthesia and oncology
- We have recently added an urgent care service to support our ER department
- Our 25,000-square foot hospital recently underwent renovations and currently houses a large ICU, digital radiographs, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, CT, echocardiology suite, blood bank, telemetry, mechanical ventilator, in-house NOVA and IDEXX lab. There are currently 2 surgery suites with plans for a 3rd.
- Partnership with the teaching hospital of Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University provides resources including access to the diagnostic laboratory, library consortium, IT support, specialist consultation and more.
Walpole, Massachusetts is located halfway between Boston and Providence so you can take advantage of two unique cities. In addition to the rich culture of the cities, we are convenient to the beaches of Cape Cod and the mountains of New England.
Whether you are an internal medicine specialist, experienced emergency doctor looking for a change or a general practitioner looking to expand your skills into in-patient management please consider joining our strong group of veterinarians that are providing excellent patient care in a great location, please contact Dr. Julie Callahan at 508-668-5454, or email your resume to julie.callahan_clark@tufts.edu
Internist
Tufts VETS is recruiting a 4th internist to join our multi-specialty veterinary hospital. Tufts VETS is an affiliate of the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine, at Tufts University, providing a unique environment combining academia and private practice. Benefits of a hybrid practice include the opportunity to teach, and mentor, veterinary students and interns, hold excellent benefits, participate in not for profit loan forgiveness programs and most importantly, to see a varied, strong caseload. Furthermore, we are privately owned and independently managed- thus you will be invited to practice medicine in your own way.
- Generous sign-on bonus, relocation expenses
- Competitive salary with a tremendous benefits package
- Health, Vision & Dental
- Flexible spending account
- 401K with generous matching program
- CE allowance & paid professional expenses
- Pet care discounts
- Short- and long-term disability
- Life insurance
- PFML
- Employee assistance program
- Paid maternity leave
- Multiple specialists to support you: emergency & critical care, surgery, diagnostic imaging, ophthalmology, dermatology, cardiology, and oncology
- The medicine team consists of 3 internists, 6 experienced technicians and 2 dedicated liaisons
- We have a full complement of endoscopic equipment (flexible & rigid)
- Our 25,000-square foot hospital recently underwent renovations and currently houses a large ICU, digital radiographs, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, CT, echocardiology suite, blood bank, telemetry, mechanical ventilator, in-house NOVA and IDEXX lab. There are currently 2 surgery suites with plans for a 3rd.
- Partnership with the teaching hospital of Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University provides resources including access to the diagnostic laboratory, library consortium, IT support, specialist consultation and more.
Walpole, Massachusetts is located halfway between Boston and Providence so you can take advantage of two unique cities. In addition to the rich culture of the cities, we are convenient to the beaches of Cape Cod and the mountains of New England.
Whether you are board certified, residency trained or are currently completing your residency, and are interested in joining a strong group of veterinarians that are providing excellent patient care in a great location, please contact Dr. Julie Callahan at 508-668-5454, or email your resume to julie.callahan_clark@tufts.edu
Urgent Care Veterinarian - Swing Shift
Tufts VETS is recruiting a swing shift urgent care veterinarian to join our thriving urgent care service in a Level I VECCS certified hospital. The position offers the opportunity to provide urgent care with the support of a multispecialty hospital. Tufts VETS is an affiliate of the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine, at Tufts University, providing a unique environment combining academia and private practice. Benefits of a hybrid practice include the opportunity to teach, and mentor, veterinary students and interns, hold excellent benefits, participate in not-for-profit loan forgiveness programs and most, importantly to see a varied, strong caseload. Furthermore, we are privately owned and independently managed- thus you will be invited to practice medicine in your own way.
- Generous sign-on bonus, relocation expenses
- Competitive salary with a tremendous benefits package
- Flexible schedule to include a combination of swing shifts and a weekend day, total hours negotiable.
- The urgent care service currently consists of 2 experienced day time providers.
- Multiple specialists to support you: emergency & critical care, internal medicine, surgery, diagnostic imaging, ophthalmology, dermatology, cardiology, and oncology.
- The ECC teams consists of 3 criticalists and 8 experienced ER doctors.
- Rotating intern class of 4 in 2023-2024
- Our 25,000-square foot hospital recently underwent renovations and currently houses a large ICU, digital radiographs, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, CT, endoscopy, echocardiology suite, blood bank, telemetry, mechanical ventilator, in-house NOVA and IDEXX lab. There are currently 2 surgery suites with plans for a 3rd.
- Partnership with the teaching hospital of Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University provides resources including access to the diagnostic laboratory, library consortium, IT support, specialist consultation and more.
Walpole, Massachusetts is located halfway between Boston and Providence so you can take advantage of two unique cities. In addition to the rich culture of the cities, we are convenient to the beaches of Cape Cod and the mountains of New England.
Whether you are internship trained, or have similar experience, if you are interested in joining a strong group of veterinarians that are providing excellent patient care in a rapidly growing field, please contact Julie Callahan at 508-668-5454, or email your resume to julie.callahan_clark@tufts.edu.
ECC Veterinary Assistants - Full & Part Time
Tufts V.E.T.S. is a premier level 1 emergency and specialty hospital in New England. We are committed to providing the highest standard of patient care from a wide range of specialty services including 24-hour emergency and critical care, anesthesia, surgery, internal medicine, oncology, radiology and diagnostic imaging, ophthalmology, dermatology, and cardiology. We are continually seeking to unite highly skilled professionals in veterinary medicine to provide a collaborative environment that strives to promote and strengthen the human-animal bond.
Tufts V.E.T.S. strives to be a community where diversity and inclusion are a priority.
About the Position: We are seeking fulltime and part-time Veterinary Assistants to join our Emergency and Critical Care team.
- Provides general animal husbandry for the ECC service
- Must provide compassionate care to patients
- Can conduct oneself in a confident and professional manner at all times
- Can follow policies and procedures related to hospital and patient safety
- Can follow and carryout instructions given by the ECC doctors and technicians
- Maintains laundry for the hospital
- Maintains the grounds of the property including waste disposal
- Can safely give baths and brush out patients
- Can collect non-sterile urine and fecal specimens
- Can recognize and report any unusual condition or abnormal patient behavior
- Can safely restrain patients
- Can submit and run various lab work
- Assist with setup of patient equipment and procedures
- Assists with taking and setup patient radiographs
- Understands and carries out the daily, weekly, and monthly check lists to maintain the ECC service and equipment
- Maintains inventory of the ECC service
- Maintains cleanliness and stocking of the ECC exam rooms
- Assists with processing deliveries that are received
- Assists technicians with patient treatments, procedures, and triages
- Assists with cleaning, wrapping, sterilizing, and maintenance of all ECC’s surgical instruments
- Processes client’s requests for end-of-life patient remains
- Client communication, on the phone and in person
- Checking patients in and out of the hospital. (Swing/Overnight)
- Handling all monetary transactions during shift. (Swing/Overnight)
Swing Shift: Fulltime (36 to 40 hours) or (20+ hours) benefit position within the ECC services including weekend and holiday coverage. Days TBD.
Personal Requirements:
- Minimum of 18 years old
- High school degree or equivalent
- Minimum 1 years working in the veterinary field
- Experience in an emergency and/or specialty hospital preferred
- Graduate from an accredited Veterinary Assistant program preferred
- Genuinely enjoys working with animals and can handle patients compassionately and safely when they are stressed, ill or in pain
- Must have the ability to support and foster an environment of diversity, inclusion, collaboration, and empathy
- Must have good interpersonal relationship and communication skills
- Can multi-task in a fast-paced working environment
- Is detailed oriented and reliable
- Has a high commitment to providing exceptional patient care
- Excellent client communication skills
- Must be well-spoken, professional, approachable, and maintain a optimistic outlook
- Proficient at working with digital records and using Microsoft Word/Excel
- Physical Effort: Work requires lifting, carrying, and restraining animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs.). Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent position.
- Working Conditions: May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises and animal feces. May be exposed to bites, scratches, and contagious diseases.
Compensation: Is based on education, experience, and skill level.
Benefits: Full-time benefits include health, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, 401K, flexible spending accounts, PFML, Employee Assistance Program, paid maternity leave, paid vacation/sick/personal time, employee pet discount, uniforms, CE opportunities and allowance, and paid holidays.
Please email your resume to: Amanda.Cloutier@tufts.edu
Emergency & Critical Care Credentialed Technician Supervisor
Tufts V.E.T.S. is a multispecialty hospital providing level 1 VECCS certified emergency and critical care to New England. We are an affiliate of the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine, at Tufts University, providing a unique environment that integrates learning into a busy private practice setting. We are committed to providing the highest standard of patient care from a wide range of specialty services including emergency and critical care, surgery, internal medicine, oncology, radiology and diagnostic imaging, ophthalmology, dermatology, cardiology, and urgent care. We are continually seeking to unite highly skilled professionals in veterinary medicine to provide a collaborative environment that strives to promote and strengthen the human-animal bond.
Tufts V.E.T.S. strives to be a community where diversity and inclusion are a priority.
Sign-On Bonus: $3,500
Position Overview:
The ECC Technician Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the ECC & Urgent Care departments. This position will be a working supervisor; with time both on and off the floor. Working on the floor performing all Technician responsibilities, modeling best practices in client/patient interactions with team members, observing and coaching team members on their clinical skills, knowledge, and patient care, ensuring efficient workflows and high standard of patient care being followed, and building good working interpersonal relationships between ECC and Urgent Care with all other services. The ECC Technician Supervisor also plays a vital role in building and maintaining a healthy culture throughout the hospital. This position supports and reports to the Clinical Services Manager.
This position requires someone who is organized, confident, and can maintain professionalism in tense situations, is invested in the success of the ECC and Urgent Care departments as well as the hospital, leads effectively and thoughtfully, is a champion through change, and possesses the ability to solve complex problems. A high level of emotional intelligence is key to succeed in this role. The ECC Technician Supervisor must be committed to controlling their emotions in a high stress environment and navigating interpersonal relationships judiciously and empathetically. One must have the ability to navigate difficult conversations while being aware of body language, tone, and words to ensure an approachable and optimistic interaction. This includes deescalating employee conflict and gossip in a constructive and productive way.
Responsibilities:
- Perform all essential duties and tasks required of an ER/ICU/Urgent Care Veterinary Technician.
- Motivate, inspire, and empower team members.
- Ensure optimal patient care by providing clear expectations and direction for team members.
- Provide team members with coaching and training that are in line with hospital expectations.
- Monitor and give frequent feedback to team members to ensure they deliver exceptional client and patient nursing care.
- Conducts performance evaluations with the Clinical Services Managers support.
- Develop departmental policies and procedures.
- Provide conflict resolution both internally and externally.
- Maintains the schedule for ECC and Urgent Care that provides appropriate and adequate coverage for both services.
- Participates and oversees the ECC on-call schedule for staffing needs such as callouts and open shift coverage, and any shift concerns.
- Participate in callout and open shift coverage.
- Work required shift schedule including weekends and holiday coverage.
- Assist with disciplinary actions when necessary/appropriate (with management approval).
- Interview applicants for positions within the ECC and Urgent Care departments.
- Assists and oversees with onboarding and training of new hires within the ECC and Urgent Care departments.
- Facilitates and promotes individual growth and development goals/plans for team members within the ECC and Urgent Care services.
- Assist in the resolution of problems/issues between team members with tact and professionalism.
- Act as an advocate for the ECC and Urgent Care services.
- Meet regularly with the Clinical Services Manager and Hospital Director of Operations.
- Encourage collaboration and build strong inter-departmental relationships.
- Maintain positive rapport between all hospital team members and clients.
- Communicate openly, effectively, and regularly with all management/supervisors and specialists.
- Delegate responsibilities including projects to the ECC Lead Technicians.
- Meet regularly with the ECC Lead Technicians and Shift Coordinators.
- Assists the Clinical Services Manager with Payroll time clock review, pay adjustments, and approvals.
Schedule: TBD. Swing/Overnight hours. Fulltime (36-40 hour) benefit position within the ECC/Urgent Care services including holidays and weekend rotation coverage.
Education and Licensure Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Degree in Veterinary Technology and/or Animal Science preferred
- Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)
- Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) in Emergency & Critical Care desirable
Experience Requirements:
- Minimum of 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience
- Minimum of 5 years working in the veterinary field as a Veterinary Technician
- Minimum of 3 years working in emergency critical care/urgent care or specialty medicine
Personal Requirements:
- Minimum of 18 years old.
- Genuinely enjoys working with animals and can treat them compassionately even when they are stressed, ill or in pain.
- Must support and foster an environment of diversity, inclusion, collaboration, and empathy.
- Must have excellent interpersonal relationship and communication skills.
- Can multi-task in a fast-paced working environment.
- Can stay calm and efficient under pressure.
- Is detail oriented and reliable.
- Has a high commitment to providing exceptional patient/client care.
- Has excellent communication skills.
- Must be professional, approachable, and maintain an optimistic outlook.
- Physical Effort: Work requires lifting and carrying animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs.). Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent position.
- Working conditions: May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises, and animal feces. May be exposed to bites, scratches, and contagious diseases.
Compensation: Is based on education, experience, credentials, and skill level.
Benefits: Full-time, include health, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, 401K, flexible spending accounts, PFML, Employee Assistance Program, paid maternity leave, paid vacation/sick/personal time, employee pet discount, uniforms, CE opportunities and allowance, and paid holidays.
Please email your resume to: Amanda.Cloutier@tufts.edu
ER Credentialed Veterinary Technician - Full Time
Tufts V.E.T.S. is a premier level 1 emergency and specialty hospital in New England. We are committed to providing the highest standard of patient care from a wide range of specialty services including 24-hour emergency and critical care, anesthesia, surgery, internal medicine, oncology, radiology and diagnostic imaging, ophthalmology, dermatology, cardiology, and urgent care. We are continually seeking to unite highly skilled professionals in veterinary medicine to provide a collaborative environment that strives to promote and strengthen the human-animal bond.
Tufts V.E.T.S. strives to be a community where diversity and inclusion are a priority.
Sign-On Bonus: $3,500
About the Position: We are seeking two fulltime ER Certified Veterinary Technicians to join our Emergency and Critical Care Services.
- Proficient with patient triage, procedure workups, admitting & rounding patients, and discharges
- Excellent client communication skills
- Can safely restrain patients
- Has excellent knowledge of common disease processes and pharmacology
- Proficient with medical calculations
- Aseptically prep patients for procedures
- Proficient with blood draws, IV catheter placement, and running and processing various lab samples
- Can place central lines, NG tubes, and u-caths
- Comfortable with administering, monitoring, and recovering patients under anesthesia and sedation
- Assists ECC doctors with procedures
- Proficient at patient positioning and taking digital radiographs
- Can setup, monitor, interpret, and maintain patient monitoring equipment (ECG, SpO2, CO2, NIBP)
- Assists with providing general husbandry and inventory for ECC patients and service
Shift: Full-time (36 hour) benefit position within the ECC services including holiday coverage. Shift 8am to 8pm Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday.
Personal Requirements:
- Minimum of 18 years old
- Minimum 1 years working as a veterinary technician
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in an emergency and/or specialty hospital preferred
- Graduate from an accredited AVMA program preferred
- CVT, LVT, RVT, and/or VTS preferred
- Must have the ability to support and foster an environment of diversity, inclusion, collaboration, and empathy
- Must have good interpersonal relationship and communication skills
- Can multi-task in a fast-paced working environment
- Is detailed oriented and reliable
- Has a high commitment to providing exceptional patient care
- Excellent client communication skills
- Must be well-spoken, professional, approachable, and maintain a optimistic outlook
- Proficient at working with digital records and using Microsoft Word/Excel
- Physical Effort: Work requires lifting, carrying, and restraining animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs.). Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent position.
Compensation: Is based on education, experience, credentials, and skill level.
Benefits: Full-time benefits include health, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, 401K, flexible spending accounts, PFML, Employee Assistance Program, paid maternity leave, paid vacation/sick/personal time, employee pet discount, uniforms, CE opportunities and allowance, and paid holidays.
Please email your resume to: Amanda.Cloutier@tufts.edu
ICU Credentialed Veterinary Technicians - Day & Overnight
Tufts V.E.T.S. is a premier level 1 emergency and specialty hospital in New England. We are committed to providing the highest standard of patient care from a wide range of specialty services including 24-hour emergency and critical care, anesthesia, surgery, internal medicine, oncology, radiology and diagnostic imaging, ophthalmology, dermatology, cardiology, and urgent care. We are continually seeking to unite highly skilled professionals in veterinary medicine to provide a collaborative environment that strives to promote and strengthen the human-animal bond.
Tufts V.E.T.S. strives to be a community where diversity and inclusion are a priority.
Sign-On Bonus: $3,500 (day)
Sign-On Bonus: $7,000 (overnight)
About the Position: We are seeking full-time Certified Veterinary Technicians to join our day & overnight ICU teams within the Emergency and Critical Care services.
- Proficient with following and performing patient treatments
- Comfortable with digital medical records and treatment orders
- Can safely restrain patients
- Has excellent knowledge of common disease processes and pharmacology
- Proficient with time management and punctuality
- Proficient with medical calculations
- Comfortable with setting up and monitoring CRI’s
- Proficient with venipuncture and IVC placement
- Proficient with using various in-house equipment such as NOVA, Catalyst, Procyte, Coag and submitting various lab samples to external labs
- Can place central lines, NG tubes, and u-caths
- Comfortable with transfusions and blood typing
- Assists ECC doctors with procedures
- Proficient at patient positioning and taking digital radiographs
- Can setup, monitor, interpret, and maintain patient monitoring equipment (ECG, SpO2, CO2, NIBP)
- Comfortable with use and interpretation of telemetry system
- Proficient with patient triage, procedure workups, admitting & rounding patients, and discharges
- Comfortable with common sedating protocols, monitoring patients pre-op, intra-op, and during recovery of sedation
- Can setup, maintain, and troubleshoot multiparameter monitors (SpO2, CO2, ECG, NIBP), Doppler, and other common emergency equipment (O2 cage, ventilator)
- Assists with providing general husbandry and inventory for ECC patients and service
Shift: Day: 7am to 7pm fulltime (36 hour) benefit position within the ECC services including weekend and holiday coverage. Days TBD.
Shift: Overnight: 7pm to 7am fulltime (36 hour) benefit position within the ECC services including weekend and holiday coverage. Days TBD.
Personal Requirements:
- Minimum of 18 years old
- Minimum 3 years working as a veterinary technician
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in an emergency and/or specialty hospital preferred
- Graduate from an accredited AVMA program preferred
- CVT, LVT, RVT, and/or VTS preferred
- Must have the ability to support and foster an environment of diversity, inclusion, collaboration, and empathy
- Must have good interpersonal relationship and communication skills
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced working environment
- Is detailed oriented and reliable
- Has a high commitment to providing exceptional patient care
- Excellent client communication skills
- Must be well-spoken, professional, approachable, and maintain a positive outlook
- Proficient at working with digital records and using Microsoft Word/Excel
- Physical Effort: Work requires lifting, carrying, and restraining animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs.). Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent position.
Compensation: Is based on education, experience, credentials, and skill level.
Benefits: Full-time benefits include health, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, 401K, flexible spending accounts, PFML, Employee Assistance Program, paid maternity leave, paid vacation/sick/personal time, employee pet discount, uniforms, CE opportunities and allowance, and paid holidays.
Please email your resume to: Amanda.Cloutier@tufts.edu
Radiology Veterinary Assistant - Full Time
Tufts V.E.T.S. is a premier level 1 emergency and specialty hospital in New England. We are committed to providing the highest standard of patient care from a wide range of specialty services including 24-hour emergency and critical care, anesthesia, surgery, internal medicine, oncology, radiology and diagnostic imaging, ophthalmology, dermatology, cardiology, and urgent care. We are continually seeking to unite highly skilled professionals in veterinary medicine to provide a collaborative environment that strives to promote and strengthen the human-animal bond.
Tufts V.E.T.S. strives to be a community where diversity and inclusion are a priority.
About the Position: We are seeking fulltime Veterinary Assistants to join our Radiology team.
- Restrain patients for ultrasounds or other procedures. Can effectively and safely restrain pets for blood draws, catheter placement, procedures, treatments, FNAs, or general examinations.
- Able to multi-task effectively; able to transition between radiography, ultrasonography, and CT.
- Performs general husbandry of all day cases, including walking dogs, changing litter boxes and food/water bowls.
- Works with technicians to complete daily/weekly/monthly department checklists.
- Knows how to use basic functions of StringSoft (enter in TPRW, print patient label, enter in patient history, look-up patient/client, enter client communications, look-up appointments, review invoices/estimates, complete patient treatment- must be overseen by technician or doctor, etc.).
- Obtain and document patient’s vitals (TPRW) in StringSoft.
- Can assist doctors and technicians with the administration of medications.
- Assist with setup, use, and maintenance of patient monitoring equipment and warming devices.
- Assist technicians with sedated procedures.
- Carry out basic in-house laboratory testing (NOVA, Procyte, Catalyst, Coags and all snap tests).
- Can collect non-sterile urine (free catch) specimens for laboratory submission.
- Effectively position for and take radiographs with tech assistance.
- Maintains cleanliness and stocking of radiology areas.
- Understands the importance of prioritizing tasks and keeps oneself busy and productive during work shifts.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Specialty Technician Supervisor.
Shift: Fulltime (40 hours). Monday to Friday.
Personal Requirements:
- Minimum of 18 years old
- High school degree or equivalent
- Minimum 1 years working in the veterinary field
- Experience in an emergency and/or specialty hospital preferred
- Graduate from an accredited Veterinary Assistant program preferred
- Genuinely enjoys working with animals and can handle patients compassionately and safely when they are stressed, ill or in pain
- Must have the ability to support and foster an environment of diversity, inclusion, collaboration, and empathy
- Must have good interpersonal relationship and communication skills
- Can multi-task in a fast-paced working environment /li>
- Is detailed oriented and reliable
- Has a high commitment to providing exceptional patient care
- Excellent client communication skills
- Must be well-spoken, professional, approachable, and maintain a optimistic outlook
- Proficient at working with digital records and using Microsoft Word/Excel
- Physical Effort: Work requires lifting, carrying, and restraining animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs.). Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent position.
- Working Conditions: May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises and animal feces. May be exposed to bites, scratches, and contagious diseases.
Compensation: Is based on education, experience, and skill level.
Benefits: Full-time benefits include health, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, 401K, flexible spending accounts, PFML, Employee Assistance Program, paid maternity leave, paid vacation/sick/personal time, employee pet discount, uniforms, CE opportunities and allowance, and paid holidays.
Please email your resume to: Amanda.Cloutier@tufts.edu
Surgery Veterinary Assistant - Full Time
Tufts V.E.T.S. is a multispecialty hospital providing level 1 VECCS certified emergency and critical care to New England. We are an affiliate of the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine, at Tufts University, providing a unique environment that integrates learning into a busy private practice setting. We are committed to providing the highest standard of patient care from a wide range of specialty services including emergency and critical care, anesthesia, surgery, internal medicine, oncology, radiology and diagnostic imaging, ophthalmology, dermatology, cardiology, and urgent care. We are continually seeking to unite highly skilled professionals in veterinary medicine to provide a collaborative environment that strives to promote and strengthen the human-animal bond.
Tufts V.E.T.S. strives to be a community where diversity and inclusion are a priority.
About the Position:
- Assist anesthetists throughout the day including with patients during pre-op, intra-op, and postop care
- Assist with taking patient radiographs
- Assist with patient intakes
- Run various patient lab work
- Assist with outpatient appointments
- Assist with setup of patient monitoring equipment and warming devices
- Assist with surgical inventory control
- Provides general husbandry for the surgical services
- Assist surgeon during surgical procedures such as abdominal explores, fracture repair, cruciate repair, and thoracotomies
- Aseptically prep patients for procedures
- Setup and breakdown of surgical suites
- Setup and breakdown of induction
- Sterilely gown and glove into surgeries
- Assist with central sterilization of all surgical instruments and equipment
- Familiar with surgical instrument and equipment names and use
- Assist with setup, run, and maintain autoclaves, ultrasonic cleaner, and distillers
Shift: Full-Time (36-40 hour) benefit position within the surgery services along with a rotating on-call schedule and holiday coverage. Schedule TBD.
Personal Requirements:
- Minimum of 18 years old.
- Genuinely enjoys working with animals and can treat them compassionately even when they are stressed, ill or in pain.
- Must support and foster an environment of diversity, inclusion, collaboration, and empathy.
- Must have excellent interpersonal relationship and communication skills.
- Can multi-task in a fast-paced working environment.
- Can stay calm and efficient under pressure.
- Is detail oriented and reliable.
- Has a high commitment to providing exceptional patient/client care.
- Has excellent communication skills.
- Must be professional, approachable, and maintain an optimistic outlook.
- Physical Effort: Work requires lifting and carrying animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs.). Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent position.
- Working Conditions: May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises, and animal feces. May be exposed to bites, scratches, and contagious diseases.
Compensation: Is based on education, experience, credentials, and skill level.
Benefits: Full-time benefits include health, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, 401K, flexible spending accounts, PFML, Employee Assistance Program, paid maternity leave, paid vacation/sick/personal time, employee pet discount, uniforms, CE opportunities and allowance, and paid holidays.
Send resumes along with a cover letter to: Amanda.Cloutier@tufts.edu