Certified Veterinary Technician — Shelter Surgery & Care

Connecticut Humane Society; Quaker Hill (CT); On-site; USD 46,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

The Connecticut Humane Society is seeking a CERTIFIED Veterinary Technician to join the Waterford location. The ideal candidate has shelter or veterinary clinic experience and is capable of handling surgical cases and patient care.

This is a full-time position with benefits, working Tuesday through Saturday, 9am to 5pm, with one weekend day. Applicants should have an Associate’s Degree in animal science or related field, and 1–3 years of certified experience (3–5 years if not certified, with

Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s Degree in animal science or related field.
• Experience: 1–3 years if certified; 3–5 years if not certified with ability to become certified within 6–12 months.
• Must have worked as a vet tech in a clinic or shelter with surgery experience.
• Ability to perform physically strenuous activities (lifting up to 40 lbs, standing, bending, cleaning, walking animals).
• Prior experience with animal restraint and with electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

• Assist in quality medical and surgical care of animals, including routine preventative care, meds, lab tests, and anesthesia monitoring.
• Work mainly in Waterford Shelter medical department; may work at other sites.
• Support surgical rotation; exposure to surgery skills.
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records.
• Handle multiple priorities in a busy environment; work both independently and as part of a team.

Skills

Animal handling

Surgical assistance

Computer literacy

Physical stamina

Education

Associate’s Degree in animal science

Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

CVT or LVT certification (preferred)

Job description

The Connecticut Humane Society is seeking a CERTIFIED Veterinary Technician to join the Waterford location. The ideal candidate has shelter or veterinary clinic experience and is capable of handling surgical cases and patient care.

This is a full-time position with benefits, working Tuesday through Saturday, 9am to 5pm, with one weekend day. Applicants should have an Associate’s Degree in animal science or related field, and 1–3 years of certified experience (3–5 years if not certified, with