Emergency Vet Assistant - 2nd Shift

Pieper Veterinary; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401k with employer match

PTO + Sick Time

CE Allowance

In House CE Opportunities

Employer Assistance Program

Paid Lunch Breaks

Pet care discounts

Pet food discounts

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Pieper Veterinary in Middletown, CT seeks a Veterinary Assistant for the Emergency 2nd shift. This full-time position is 4 days per week, 10-hour days, with holidays required and a competitive hourly pay.

You will collaborate with emergency clinicians to deliver high-quality care during critical situations. In this role you’ll prep and restock treatment areas, communicate with pet parents, and perform basic lab tasks in a fast-paced hospital.

Qualifications

• Experience in a veterinary, animal care, or shelter setting preferred.
• Strong communication skills required.
• Basic knowledge of animal handling, restraint, and common veterinary terminology.
• A calm, organized demeanor—capable of juggling multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting.
• Attention to detail and a passion for continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support during emergency procedures.
• Prepare and restock treatment areas with necessary supplies.
• Communicate compassionately with pet parents.
• Perform basic laboratory tasks.
• Collaborate with emergency technicians and doctors.

Skills

Communication skills

Animal handling

Calm demeanor

Attention to detail

Continuous learning

Job description

Pieper Veterinary in Middletown, CT seeks a Veterinary Assistant for the Emergency 2nd shift. This full-time position is 4 days per week, 10-hour days, with holidays required and a competitive hourly pay.

You will collaborate with emergency clinicians to deliver high-quality care during critical situations. In this role you’ll prep and restock treatment areas, communicate with pet parents, and perform basic lab tasks in a fast-paced hospital.