Certified Veterinary Technician — Surgery & Anesthesia Expert

VCA Animal Hospitals; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 54,443,000 - 78,358,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings withEmployer

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation & sick days

Job summary

VCA Animal Hospital of East Hartford is seeking a compassionate, experienced Certified Veterinary Technician to join a team that values your skills and gives you the tools to actually use them. This is a hands-on role including patient care, anesthesia, and surgery support.

Based in East Hartford, CT, you’ll gain hands-on experience across wellness, diagnostics, and surgery alongside experienced veterinarians and a dedicated care team using modern diagnostic technology in a hospital built on

Qualifications

• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) with licensure status.
• Experience across the full spectrum of small animal medicine.
• Compassionate, experienced CVT ready to contribute in a collaborative team.

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

Job description

VCA Animal Hospital of East Hartford is seeking a compassionate, experienced Certified Veterinary Technician to join a team that values your skills and gives you the tools to actually use them. This is a hands-on role including patient care, anesthesia, and surgery support.

Based in East Hartford, CT, you’ll gain hands-on experience across wellness, diagnostics, and surgery alongside experienced veterinarians and a dedicated care team using modern diagnostic technology in a hospital built on