Certified Veterinary Technician ICU

Vicar Operating, Inc. dba VCA; United States; On-site; USD 56,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Growth & Education

Continuing education allowance

Paid vacation & sick days

Health & Wellness benefits

401(k) retirement savings

Job summary

VCA Veterinary Specialists of CT in West Hartford, CT seeks a compassionate Certified Veterinary Technician to join a full-service ICU team. You will engage in patient care, anesthesia, surgery assistance, and a broad range of diagnostics with modern equipment.

The role offers hands-on experience across procedures, diagnostics, and client education, within a collaborative, growth-oriented environment. Expect 12-hour shifts on Thu, Fri, Sat and a strong team culture.

Qualifications

• CVT with active credential and state license.
• Experience with anesthesia and surgical assistance preferred.
• Proficiency in radiography and in-house lab tests a plus.

Responsibilities

• Performs and assists with physical exams and vital signs.
• Administers vaccines, medications, and treatments with accurate dosing.
• Places IV catheters, venipuncture, and manages fluids.
• Induces and monitors anesthesia for procedures.

Skills

Patient care

Anesthesia monitoring

Surgical assistance

Radiography

Client education

Education

Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)

State licensure

Tools

Radiography equipment

Laboratory analyzers

Job description

Credentialed Veterinary Technicians don't come along every day — and we know it. VCA Veterinary Specialists of CT is looking for a compassionate, experienced Certified Veterinary Technician to join a team that values your skills, respects your expertise, and gives you the tools to actually use them. This is a hands-on role where your skills and experience will be put to real use — patient care, treatment support, anesthesia, surgery assisting, and everything in between. As a CVT at VCA Veterinary Specialists of CT, you'll be part of a full-service ICU team in West Hartford, CT, gaining hands-on experience across diagnostics, and surgical procedures, and ICU nursing — working alongside experienced veterinarians and a dedicated care team using modern diagnostic technology in a hospital built on excellence, high-quality patient care, and a collaborative, team-based approach to medicine. It's an environment made for CVTs who want to keep learning, stay challenged, and grow their technical skills across the full spectrum of small animal medicine. Compensation: $30.00 - $40.00 / hr based on skill set, experience and licensure status. Schedule: Full time (3) 12 hour shifts, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Learn more about us here: https://vcahospitals.com/veterinary-specialists-ct

Certified Veterinary Technician Responsibilities

• Performs and assists with physical exams, gathering patient histories and vitals for the veterinary team
• Administers vaccines, medications, and treatments as directed, with accurate dosing and documentation
• Places IV catheters, performs venipuncture, and manages fluid therapy
• Inducts, maintains, and monitors anesthesia for routine and surgical procedures, tracking vitals throughout
• Assists in surgery, including spay/neuter and other routine procedures, along with instrument prep and sterilization
• Performs radiography and basic diagnostic imaging, along with in-house lab work (bloodwork, urinalysis, fecal exams, etc.)
• Provides dental care support, including cleanings, polishing, and dental radiographs
• Educates clients on preventive care, nutrition, medications, and at-home care instructions
• Maintains accurate medical records and communicates clearly with veterinarians and the care team
• Supports patient comfort and handling across a wide variety of routine and more involved cases

We're looking for someone positive, motivated, and ready to bring ideas to the table — our team meets frequently, and your input genuinely shapes how we grow. We protect our culture fiercely, and that means hiring people with the determination to rise above obstacles, wear multiple hats, and show up for their team.

VCA Total Rewards Benefits Package

• Career Growth & Education
• $750 / year continuing education allowance for CrVTs
• Up to 16 paid continue education hours per year
• VCA-sponsored Veterinary Technician National Exam + employer-paid test prep
• Paid yearly NAVTA membership & state credential renewal
• VCA-sponsored scholarships and generous discounts to Penn Foster's Veterinary Technician Program
• Woof University: free, RACE-approved CE, training and job support webinars on demand
• Free subscriptions to Vetfolio and Plumb's online formulary, plus substantial VETgirl savings
• Unlimited access to Mars Veterinary Health library (2,000+ journals, 600+ textbooks)
• Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities
• Time Off & Family Support
• Paid vacation (2 weeks for CrVTs) and paid sick days
• Paid parental leave & fertility benefits
• Paid bereavement days
• Health & Wellness
• Free mental health support through the Cigna Life Assistance Program & Lyra
• Free Headspace subscription (meditation and sleep support)
• Perks for You & Your Pets
• Generous hospital discounts for your personal pets, including free vaccines
• Discounted Hills or Royal Canin pet food delivered to your home
• 3 pairs of scrubs per year
• Compensation & Financial Security
• 401(k) retirement savings with employer contribution
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options
• Multiple, flexible health insurance plans to fit your needs
• 100% employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employer-paid basic life insurance ...and more!

Take a moment to watch what life as a veterinary technician at VCA looks like, straight from a technician's point of view: https://vimeo.com/684755121/10c909cbf5

Why VCA

VCA is one of the largest networks of animal hospitals in the country — but you'd never know it from the way we operate. Every hospital keeps its own identity, its own team, and its own culture, while giving you access to the resources, mentorship, and career opportunities of a national organization behind you. You get the best of both: the tight-knit feel of a local practice and the backing, benefits, and growth potential of an industry leader. We're genuinely invested in your career — not just your job. From continuing education to credential support to nationwide transfer opportunities if life takes you somewhere new, we build the kind of support system that helps technicians build real, lasting careers, not just punch a clock. This is a place where your work is seen, your growth is prioritized, and your future in this field actually matters to us.

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com

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Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.

A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From primary care to emergency, urgent and specialty care, VCA delivers world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians – including 500 who are board-certified specialists – nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants – all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care.

The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands.

Join us.