Veterinary Tech Assistant Jobs in Portland, CT (NOW HIRING)

Are you a compassionate and skilled Certified Veterinary Technician with a passion for Internal Medicine, eager to make a meaningful impact on the lives of pets and their families? At Pieper Veterinary in Middletown, CT, we are seeking dedicated professionals to join our specialized Internal Medicine team.

In this role, you will work closely with experienced veterinarians to provide exceptional care and support for pets with complex medical needs, helping to improve their quality of life while delivering compassionate guidance to their families.

Our vision is simple: to make the community and the animals and people in it happier and healthier. If these values resonate with you, we invite you to explore a career with us.

What to Expect:

• Environment of Collaboration: Our VECCS Level 1 Certified Hospital includes specialists in Emergency & Critical Care, Neurology, Internal Medicine, Oncology, Surgery and Exotics and a full staff of experienced Emergency and Primary Care Veterinarians. With the support of their technicians, assistants, and liaisons the hospital teams work closely together to deliver the highest quality of care.
• Commitment to Continuing Education: We want to retain and develop our talent to the best of our ability. You can expect numerous in-house CE opportunities, and any mentoring available to support and achieve your VTS goals.
• Career Advancement: We pride ourselves on recognizing top talent and strong work ethic and if you demonstrate those things, you can expect to be promoted from within.
• Environment of Belonging: With so many specialties at your fingertips, it's easy to find where you fit. We also promote an environment of inclusivity so that everyone feels welcome.

About You:

We believe veterinary medicine is truly a team sport, and we are seeking a candidate who shares that mindset. The ideal candidate is confident performing advanced Internal Medicine procedures, including endoscopy, anesthesia and anesthetic monitoring, medical calculations, and a variety of drug protocols.

Experience with CPR, EzyVet, and SmartFlow is a plus, but not required. Collaboration is highly valued on our team, and we encourage every staff member to speak up your insights are not only welcomed but can make a meaningful difference in patient care and team success.

Anticipated Schedule:
This is a Full-Time Position:
4 days a week / 10-hour shifts
Some holidays are required.

Compensation:

• Starting at $26.50-$32.00/hour dependent upon experience and education.
• Additional compensation for VTS
• Sign on bonus - $1,000

What's in it for you?

• Supportive culture with social events & team building
• Competitive paid time off & holidays
• Career Growth & Training Opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Mental Health Focused Services
• 401(k) plan with strong employer match
• Up to 75% employee pet care discount
• Annual uniform allowance
• Team Building

We know it's not always easy to make a move. We treat all interviews as confidential and if a casual chat is more your style, we can do that too! We genuinely love what we do and the people we work with!

• 3-5 years Veterinary Technician experience.
• Associates in Veterinary Technology is a plus.
• CVT license required for sign-on bonus.
• Knowledge with Anesthesia and monitoring.
• Phlebotomy
• Knowledge of the procedures used for scheduling patients, receiving, treating, ordering medical supplies, and requesting laboratory tests.
• Knowledge of the use, care, and storage of veterinary instruments, materials, and equipment.
• Knowledge of sterilization techniques to sterilize various instruments and materials.
• Knowledge of the instruments, materials, and standardized procedures used in the full variety of treatments to prepare and provide tableside assistance.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing client and personal services. This includes client needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of client satisfaction.
• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as to accept direction on given assignments.
• Must be 18 years or older to apply.

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