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East Hartford Animal Clinic is looking for an Experienced Veterinary Surgery Technician!

Position Details

Role: Experienced Veterinary Surgery Technician
Status: Full-time or Part-time
Salary: Negotiable and based on experience
Schedule: Monday - Friday; candidates with flexible scheduling availability are preferred

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive compensation, 401(k) matching, Roth retirement savings, flexible spending options, tuition support, and referral bonuses
Wellness & Peace of Mind: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, supplemental coverage, paid time off, and employee pet care benefits
Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program, continuing education allowance, uniform allowance, state license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, TechLife Professional Development Program, and access to Vetcor's nationwide TechLife community
Lifestyle Perks You'll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, Employee Assistance Program, employee discounts, flexible scheduling opportunities, and a collaborative team dedicated to exceptional patient care

Ready to put your surgical expertise to work in a fast-paced hospital where your technical skills make a meaningful difference every day?

East Hartford Animal Clinic is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Surgery Technician to join our talented surgical team. We are a high-volume small animal practice dedicated to providing exceptional care for dogs and cats while making quality veterinary medicine accessible to the community we proudly serve.

Our hospital features advanced surgical and diagnostic equipment and a supportive, team-oriented culture where collaboration, compassion, and high-quality medicine go hand in hand. If you thrive in a busy surgical environment and enjoy working alongside experienced veterinarians and skilled support staff, we'd love to meet you.

Why You'll Love It Here

• Join a busy, high-quality small animal practice committed to exceptional patient care
• Work with state-of-the-art surgical and diagnostic equipment
• Focus on surgery and anesthesia while utilizing your advanced technical skills
• Collaborate with experienced veterinarians and a supportive medical team
• Help improve access to quality veterinary care within your community
• Enjoy flexible full-time or part-time scheduling opportunities
• Receive mentorship and support from experienced veterinary professionals
• Continue developing your surgical and anesthesia expertise through continuing education
• Become part of Vetcor's nationwide TechLife community of veterinary technicians
• Work in a collaborative culture that values communication, teamwork, and professional growth
• Build lasting relationships with clients while improving the lives of their pets
• Make a meaningful impact on every patient you care for

What You'll Do

• Prepare patients for surgery, including intravenous catheter placement, intubation, and surgical site preparation
• Administer, monitor, and adjust anesthesia to ensure patient safety throughout surgical procedures
• Monitor heart rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, temperature, and other patient vital signs during surgery and recovery
• Maintain complete and accurate anesthesia and surgical records
• Assist veterinarians during routine and soft tissue surgical procedures
• Monitor patients during recovery and provide attentive postoperative nursing care
• Educate clients on postoperative care, medications, and discharge instructions
• Perform venipuncture, blood collection, medication preparation, and vaccine administration
• Perform routine laboratory and clinical procedures as needed
• Maintain sterile surgical instruments and a clean, organized surgical suite
• Collaborate closely with veterinarians and teammates to provide exceptional patient care
• Support daily hospital operations while maintaining the highest standards of medical care

What You'll Bring

• At least one year of veterinary technician experience with a strong focus on surgery and anesthesia
• Certification as a CVT, LVT, or RVT is strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of anesthesia induction, maintenance, monitoring, and recovery
• Proficiency in intravenous catheter placement and venipuncture
• Confidence recognizing and responding to changes in anesthetized patients
• Knowledge of canine and feline wellness protocols and vaccination guidelines
• Strong technical nursing skills and exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent communication and client education abilities
• The ability to remain calm and organized in a fast-paced environment
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
• Experience with electronic medical records and veterinary practice software is a plus
• A commitment to exceptional patient care and continued professional development
• Dependability, flexibility, and a positive attitude

The Extras You'll Actually Feel

At East Hartford Animal Clinic, every member of our team plays an important role in providing accessible, high-quality veterinary care to our community. As a Surgery Technician, you'll be trusted to use your technical expertise to help deliver safe anesthesia, successful surgical outcomes, and compassionate patient care every day.

You'll work alongside experienced veterinarians and supportive teammates who value collaboration, communication, and continuous learning. Whether you're preparing a patient for surgery, carefully monitoring anesthesia, or helping a pet recover comfortably, your knowledge and skills will have a direct impact on the lives of pets and the families who love them.

We believe great medicine starts with great people. That's why we invest in mentorship, continuing education, and professional growth while maintaining a positive workplace where everyone is encouraged to learn, contribute, and succeed.

Benefits You Can't Beat

Financial Benefits

• Flexible compensation
• 401(k) Matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program
• Referral Bonus Program

Wellness Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal coverage, and employee, spouse, and dependent life insurance
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free or discounted laboratory work for employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Professional Growth & Recognition

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance
• State Veterinary Technician License reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• TechLife Professional Development Program
• Access to Vetcor's TechLife Facebook community of veterinary technicians

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program
• Flexible full-time and part-time scheduling opportunities
• Supportive mentorship and career development
• Collaborative team environment
• Modern hospital with advanced surgical equipment
• Meaningful work improving the lives of pets and their families

Join Our Team

If you're an experienced Veterinary Surgery Technician who is passionate about anesthesia, surgery, and exceptional patient care, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a hospital that values your expertise, supports your professional growth, and is committed to making a difference in the lives of pets and the families who love them.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at East Hartford Animal Clinic and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.