Veterinary Assistant

Vetcor; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

529 Savings Plan

Referral bonuses

Pet discounts

Job summary

East Hartford Animal Clinic in East Hartford, CT, is seeking a Veterinary Assistant/Technician to support veterinarians with wellness exams, diagnostics, and treatments. This role offers flexible scheduling and both part-time and full-time opportunities to fit your life.

You'll help educate clients on preventive care, administer vaccines, and maintain accurate medical records, in a fast-paced, high-volume small animal practice affiliated with Vetcor. Competitive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in small animal general practice preferred.
• Solid understanding of preventive veterinary care.
• Familiarity with Cornerstone practice management software.
• Strong client education and communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with wellness exams, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures.
• Administer vaccines according to age and medical history.
• Educate clients on flea, tick, and heartworm prevention options.
• Prepare, calculate, and administer medications under veterinarian direction.
• Perform blood draws and collect samples for laboratory testing.
• Maintain complete and accurate patient medical records.

Skills

Communication skills

Client education

Preventive veterinary care

Vaccine protocols

Small animal practice experience

Cornerstone software

Bilingual (a plus)

Tools

Cornerstone PM software

Job description

Who We Are

East Hartford Animal Clinic is Hiring a Veterinary Assistant/Technician!

Position Details

Role: Veterinary Assistant/Technician

Status: Part-time or full-time

Salary: Competitive and based on experience and skill set

Schedule: Flexible scheduling; candidates with greater schedule flexibility will be prioritized

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive compensation, 401(k) matching, tuition support, a 529 Savings Plan, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible employees; supplemental insurance options; Sick Time / Paid Time Off; paid parental leave; and employee pet discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, professional development opportunities, uniform allowance, and credentialing support for eligible veterinary technicians

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays for eligible employees, an Employee Assistance Program, employee discounts, and access to Vetcor’s TechLife community of more than 800 veterinary technicians

Want to put your technical skills, passion for preventive medicine, and client education experience to work where they can make a meaningful difference? East Hartford Animal Clinic would love to meet you!

East Hartford Animal Clinic is a high-volume, fast-paced small animal general practice dedicated to providing exceptional care for dogs and cats. Our clinic is equipped with advanced surgical and diagnostic technology, and our supportive, team-oriented environment values high-quality medicine, compassionate client service, and collaboration.

Our mission is simple: provide access to care for our community and the pets we serve.

We’re looking for a Veterinary Assistant/Technician who shares that commitment and is passionate about preventive medicine, patient advocacy, and helping pet owners feel confident and informed about their pets’ care.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Mission-driven practice focused on improving access to veterinary care
• High-volume environment where you can build and strengthen your technical skills
• Advanced surgical and diagnostic equipment
• Supportive, team-oriented culture that values collaboration
• Hands-on opportunities in wellness care, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures
• Strong emphasis on preventive medicine and client education
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Part-time and full-time opportunities available

What You’ll Do

• Assist veterinarians with routine wellness exams, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures
• Administer core and lifestyle vaccines according to patient age, medical history, and risk factors
• Educate clients about flea, tick, and heartworm prevention options and protocols
• Prepare, calculate, and administer medications under veterinarian direction
• Perform blood draws and collect samples for laboratory testing
• Discuss treatment plans, diagnostics, preventive care, and wellness recommendations with clients
• Advocate for patients by helping ensure they receive appropriate preventive and medical care
• Maintain complete and accurate patient medical records
• Follow established hospital protocols and safety procedures
• Communicate patient information clearly with veterinarians and other members of the medical team
• Support other areas of the hospital as needed, including procedures and inventory
• Help maintain an organized, efficient, and compassionate patient-care environment

What You’ll Bring

• Solid understanding of preventive veterinary care and commonly used medications
• Confidence with vaccine protocols, parasite prevention, and medication preparation
• Strong client-education and communication skills
• Ability to explain veterinary recommendations clearly and compassionately
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a high-volume environment
• Passion for patient advocacy and exceptional client serviceProactive, dependable, and collaborative approach to your work
• Experience in a small animal general practice setting preferred
• Familiarity with veterinary practice-management software such as Cornerstone preferred
• Bilingual communication skills are a plus, but not required

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

• A mission that makes your work meaningful every day
• Opportunities to use and expand your technical skills
• A team that values your role in preventive care and client education
• Continuing education and professional development support
• Credentialing support for eligible veterinary technicians
• Access to Vetcor TechLife, a community of more than 800 veterinary technicians company-wide
• Pet care discounts that help make caring for your own pets easier

Benefits You Can’t Beat

Benefit eligibility may vary based on employment status and average hours worked.

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free or discounted lab work for employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Professional development opportunities
• State veterinary technician license reimbursement for eligible credentialed technicians
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement for eligible veterinary technicians
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance
• Access to Vetcor TechLife, a community of more than 800 veterinary technicians company-wide

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at East Hartford Animal Clinic and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to different ways of understanding and engaging with the world. We are committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.