Surgical Vet Assistant — Growth, CE & Team‑Focused Care

Pieper Veterinary; Middletown (CT); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Team Building

Job summary

Pieper Veterinary in Middletown, CT is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join the Surgery Team at Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center, a VECCS Level I Facility committed to delivering exceptional patient care.

You will assist with pre- and post-operative care in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, supporting veterinarians and technicians to improve patients' quality of life. Experience with EzyVet and SmartFlow is a plus.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working in a veterinary setting.
• Experience in handling animals and performing basic animal care tasks.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with clients and team members.

Responsibilities

• Assist with pre- and post-operative care.
• Support veterinarians and technicians in a clinical setting.
• Handle admissions and discharges, restraining patients as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness, stocking, and general duties on the surgical team.

Skills

Animal handling

Surgical prep

Teamwork

Communication

Tools

EzyVet

SmartFlow

Job description

Pieper Veterinary in Middletown, CT is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join the Surgery Team at Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center, a VECCS Level I Facility committed to delivering exceptional patient care.

You will assist with pre- and post-operative care in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, supporting veterinarians and technicians to improve patients' quality of life. Experience with EzyVet and SmartFlow is a plus.