Emergency Veterinary Technician

Emergency and Critical Care Veterinary Technician -

Overnight Location:

Buzzards Bay, MA Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists (CCVS) Advance Your Skills. Save Lives. Work When It Matters Most. Are you an experienced veterinary technician ready to take your career to the next level? Do you thrive in high-intensity situations and find fulfillment in making a real difference—especially when others are counting on you most? At Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists (CCVS) in Buzzards Bay, we're expanding our emergency and critical care team to better support the pets and families who rely on us throughout Cape Cod and the Islands. As the demand for advanced veterinary care continues to grow, we're looking for dedicated and skilled Emergency and Critical Care Veterinary Technicians to join our overnight team. This is your opportunity to gain hands-on experience with critical cases, collaborate closely with specialty clinicians, and be part of something truly meaningful—delivering compassionate, high-quality care when it's needed most. Why Choose Overnight Shifts in Emergency Medicine? Working overnight in veterinary ECC is fast-paced, focused, and immensely rewarding. It's when the most critical cases come through our doors—and when your skills, intuition, and teamwork shine brightest.

More Autonomy and Responsibility:

Overnight technicians often take on a larger role in patient care, decision-making, and support for incoming emergencies.

Deeper Case Exposure:

From GDVs and toxicities to trauma and respiratory failure—you'll see it all. These shifts offer unmatched opportunities for skill-building and clinical growth.

Team Culture:

Smaller, more cohesive overnight teams build strong bonds and rely on each other in ways that cultivate trust, respect, and camaraderie.

Work-Life Balance:

Enjoy quieter days for personal appointments, family time, or just a break from the typical 9-5 rhythm. What You'll Do As a member of our ECC nursing team, you'll be integral to managing critically ill or injured patients through every step of their care.

You will:

Perform emergency triage and obtain vitals Assist in stabilization and intensive care procedures Administer treatments, medications, and fluid therapy Monitor pain, vitals, and clinical trends in real-time Assist in anesthesia and emergency surgical prep Communicate directly with doctors, support teams, and families Use advanced EMR systems for efficient and accurate patient tracking What We're Looking For Credentialed technician (CVT, LVT, RVT) or eligibility within 6 months Minimum 2 years of ECC or emergency nursing experience VTS (ECC) candidates encouraged to apply RECOVER certified or interest in obtaining certification Strong interpersonal, technical, and critical thinking skills Positive, calm demeanor in fast-changing situations What We Offer Competitive pay: $22-$30, based on experience, expertise, and equity. Most new hires can expect an offer in the minimal to midpoint of the pay range. Overnight shift differential beginning after 10 PM Full-time schedule is 4 shifts on, 3 days off with a holiday shift rotation Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) with company match Paid time off and holidays Uniform allowance Continuing education support, including a VTS training track Trupanion pet insurance for two pets Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Veterinary Social Worker on site for staff members Why CCVS? Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists is a growing emergency and specialty referral hospital serving Buzzards Bay, Dennis, Cape Cod, and the Islands. Our team includes more than 20 specialists across nine specialties, and we are proud to provide high-quality, compassionate care to pets and their families. Our AAHA-accredited Surgery, Internal Medicine, and Emergency departments reflect our commitment to strong medicine, thoughtful patient care, and teamwork across every part of the hospital. As the only emergency and specialty referral hospital serving Cape Cod and the Islands, CCVS continues to expand in response to the needs of our community. We are seeking veterinary professionals who enjoy working in a collaborative environment, care deeply about doing good work, and want to grow alongside a team that values learning, support, and high standards. Make a Greater Impact If you're ready to join a place where your skills matter, your growth is supported, and your compassion shines in every shift, we'd love to meet you. Apply today to become a full-time or part-time Overnight ECC Technician at Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists in Buzzards Bay.

Pay:

$22.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Uniform allowance Application Question(s): Are you over 18? This is an overnight position. Are you willing and able to work overnights?

Experience:

Veterinary:

2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

Veterinary Technician Certification (Preferred) Shift availability: Overnight Shift (Required)

Work Location:

In person