Emergency Vet Technician - 1st Shift - New England Veterinary Center & Cancer Center

PetVet Care Centers; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team Member Pet Discounts

Emotional wellbeing support

Job summary

New England Veterinary Center & Cancer Center in Windsor, CT seeks an Emergency Veterinary Technician (1st Shift) to triage, stabilize, and treat patients with our team. Earn a sign-on bonus up to $1,000 based on experience. The role includes IV catheters, in-house diagnostics, and compassionate client updates.

Schedule: 4 shifts per week, 1st shift openings. NEVCCC emphasizes a collaborative culture, mental health support, and opportunities to grow ER/ICU skills with competitive pay and

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 year of veterinary technician experience (ER preferred but not required).
• Strong phlebotomy, catheter placement, and nursing skills.
• Comfort with fast-paced, emotionally charged situations.
• Experienced and/or credentialed technicians highly encouraged to apply.
• In the absence of significant experience, we love to teach!

Responsibilities

• Triage and stabilize patients.
• Place IV catheters, draw blood, run in-house diagnostics.
• Monitor critical patients and assist with emergency procedures.
• Administer medications, CRIs, and blood products.
• Provide clear, compassionate updates to clients.
• Help maintain a clean, safe ICU environment.

Skills

Veterinary technician experience

Phlebotomy

Catheter placement

Nursing skills

Fast-paced environment

Education

Credentialed veterinary technician

Job description

Bring your skills to PetVet and earn a sign-on bonus of up to $1,000 based on your experience as a credentialed veterinary technician!

PetVet Care Centers' New England Veterinary Center & Cancer Center is currently seeking Emergency Vet Technicians (1st Shift) to join their team!

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people - providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage - for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience - every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Position Overview

Join our team as an Emergency Veterinary Technician who supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients. Responsibilities include providing patient care by determining animal requirements, conducting examinations and diagnostic procedures, assisting during surgery and operations, providing nursing care, assisting with feeding and caring for patients, maintaining medical supplies and equipment, overseeing triage and discharging patients, and maintaining patient medical records.

At New England Veterinary Center in Windsor, Connecticut, we prioritize high-quality care, emotional wellness, and a supportive team culture. We show up for each other, communicate openly, and always strive to practice with kindness-especially when cases are tough.

What We'll Do:

• Triage and stabilize patients
• Place IV catheters, draw blood, run in-house diagnostics
• Monitor critical patients and assist with emergency procedures
• Administer medications, CRIs, and blood products
• Properly calculate medical math (including constant rate infusions) and administer medications via appropriate routes and duration
• Provide clear, compassionate updates to clients
• Help maintain a clean, safe, calm ICU environment.
• Have patience and empathy to address client concerns.

What We're Looking for:

• Must have at least 1 year of veterinary technician experience (ER preferred but not required)
• Strong phlebotomy, catheter placement, and nursing skills
• Comfort with fast-paced, emotionally charged situations
• Kindness, teamwork, and a steady, supportive presence
• Experienced and/or credentialed technicians highly encouraged to apply.
• In the absence of significant experience, if you want to learn and have a good attitude and work ethic we would also love to talk to you. We love to teach!

Schedule:

4 shifts per week, 1st shift openings

Why NEVCCC

• A genuinely collaborative team
• Strong focus on mental health and sustainable schedules
• Hands-on training and opportunities to grow advanced ER/ICU skills
• Competitive pay, benefits, and CE support

What We Offer

We care deeply about supporting our team members - professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support - including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle - a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pay Range

$25.39-$32 USD

At PetVet Care Centers, we're committed to a Culture of Care - for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 400 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you're providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer.

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