ER Veterinary Assistant - Fast-Paced Care & Growth

Pieper Veterinary; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Social events

Paid time off

Career growth

Medical insurance

Mental health support

401k plan

Pet care discount

Uniform allowance

Team building

Job summary

Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center in Middletown, CT is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join a VECCS Level I facility dedicated to high-quality patient care and teamwork.

You will support veterinarians and technicians, handle basic surgery prep, patient restraint, and client communication in a fast-paced environment while growing professionally through in-house CE opportunities and a collaborative team culture.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working in a veterinary setting, ideally in an ER setting.
• Experience handling animals and performing basic animal care tasks.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with clients and team members.
• Ability to multi task and remain organized in a fast paced environment.
• Willingness to continue learning and stay updated on veterinary practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist Veterinary Technicians and veterinarians in clinical tasks and procedures.
• Support emergency and primary care teams in a VECCS Level I facility.
• Handle basic surgery prep and animal restraint as needed.
• Maintain a compassionate and professional client experience in a fast-paced setting.

Skills

Veterinary experience

ER experience

Animal handling

Communication

Multi-tasking

Team collaboration

Client communication

Tools

EzyVet

SmartFlow

Job description

Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center in Middletown, CT is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join a VECCS Level I facility dedicated to high-quality patient care and teamwork.

You will support veterinarians and technicians, handle basic surgery prep, patient restraint, and client communication in a fast-paced environment while growing professionally through in-house CE opportunities and a collaborative team culture.