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Certified Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant - Northeast Animal Shelter and Community Clinic

MSPCA-Angell Careers
Salem, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/16/2026

Full-time 40 hours per week position, weekend day required.

THE POSITION:

We are looking for a Certified Veterinary Technician or an Experienced Veterinary Assistant to assist with procedures for homeless animals at our adoption center and with owned patients from our low-cost community clinic. The hourly pay rate will be determined based on skill level and certification with pay rates range from $22.00 - $32.00 per hour.  

This is your opportunity to be a part of working in a clinic which outreaches to underserved local communities and helps care for the thousands of homeless animals at our Northeast Adoption Center in Salem, MA.

Primary responsibilities include assisting staff veterinarian with procedures and treatments required to ensure and maintain the health of homeless animals awaiting adoption. This position assists our veterinary team and shelter staff with the examination, vaccination and medical testing of incoming animals. This position also includes surgical monitoring for spays/neuters, dentals, and other surgical procedures for animals awaiting adoption and for animals seen through our community clinic for low income clients. This position offers exposure to a diversity of surgical and medical cases rarely seen in private practice. 

Enjoy a consistent schedule that allows for a work-life balance while also having the excitement of an urgent care clinic, providing lifesaving care to animals in need. Make a real difference in the lives of people and pets by providing care to homeless animals in need and providing accessible and affordable veterinary care to underserved communities.

This is your opportunity to join the MSPCA, one of the oldest and most respected humane organizations in the world. Working for an organization that clearly delivers on its mission of advancing the health and welfare of animals adds a wonderful dimension to delivering high quality veterinary service. Can you imagine waking up each working day knowing that you’re about to do some good in your community?

APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS:

We are looking for applicants with a CVT or at least two years of experience as a veterinary assistant with previous animal handling experience.  Any applicants with experience in anesthesia monitoring are strongly encouraged to apply. 

Please detail your animal care experience in your cover letter.

WHO WE ARE:

The MSPCA-Angell is one of the oldest and most venerable humane organizations in the world, and working in an environment that clearly delivers on its mission of advancing the health and welfare of animals adds an important dimension to our work.

OUR BENEFITS:

Our compensation package includes health, dental and life insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays, sick, and vacation time, Penn Foster, employee discounts for pet health care, and free on-site parking.

If you are interested in working for an organization where your work is an important part of a respected and caring non-profit, this may be the career you are looking for.

Salary : $22 - $32

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