On-Site Cat Care Veterinary Assistant – Low-Stress Handling

Connecticut Feline Medicine and Surgery, LLC; Bolton (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Connecticut Feline Medicine and Surgery, LLC is a feline-only practice dedicated to progressive, evidence-based medical care in a comfortable, compassionate setting. Located in East Hartford, CT, the clinic seeks a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and licensed technicians in daily patient care, handling, exams, and treatment preparation.

The role emphasizes calm, low-stress handling for cats, accurate record-keeping, client education, and ensuring an efficient, high-quality

Qualifications

• Strong animal care and pet care skills.
• Ability to support veterinary medicine tasks under supervision.
• Client education and customer service skills.
• Prior experience in a veterinary clinic, animal shelter, or related setting preferred.
• Comfort working exclusively with cats and commitment to low-stress handling techniques.
• Ability to stand, bend, lift, and perform physical tasks throughout the workday.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and licensed technicians with daily patient care.
• Handle and restrain cats safely and compassionately.
• Prepare treatment areas and assist with exams and treatments.
• Feed, clean, and monitor feline patients; maintain clean clinic.
• Support basic laboratory tasks such as sample collection and processing.
• Greet clients, take histories and exam notes; manage appointment flow.
• Update medical records and reinforce client education provided by the team.

Skills

Animal care

Client education

Empathy

Communication

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic lab procedures

Job description

Connecticut Feline Medicine and Surgery, LLC is a feline-only practice dedicated to progressive, evidence-based medical care in a comfortable, compassionate setting. Located in East Hartford, CT, the clinic seeks a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and licensed technicians in daily patient care, handling, exams, and treatment preparation.

The role emphasizes calm, low-stress handling for cats, accurate record-keeping, client education, and ensuring an efficient, high-quality