Veterinary Assistant - ER - 1st Shift

Pieper-Veterinary-3; Middletown (CT); Vor Ort; USD 27.000 - 31.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Shift differential

Zusammenfassung

Pieper Veterinary in Middletown, CT is seeking a Veterinary Assistant for Emergency care on the 1st shift. This full-time role covers four 10-hour days with holiday coverage, joining a VECCS Level 1 certified hospital.

You will provide hands-on support during emergencies, prepare treatment areas, communicate with pet parents, perform basic lab tasks, and work closely with emergency technicians and doctors. Previous veterinary or animal care experience is preferred, alongside strong communication

Qualifikationen

• Previous experience in a veterinary, animal care, or shelter environment preferred.
• Solid communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of animal handling, restraint, and common veterinary terminology.
• A calm, organized demeanor - capable of juggling multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting.
• Attention to detail.
• A passion for continuous learning.

Aufgaben

• Provide hands-on support during emergency procedures.
• Prepare and restock treatment areas with necessary supplies.
• Communicate compassionately with pet parents.
• Perform basic laboratory tasks.
• Collaborate with emergency technicians and doctors.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Animal handling

Restraint techniques

Calm under pressure

Attention to detail

Continuous learning

Tools

Laboratory equipment handling

Jobbeschreibung

Veterinary Assistant - Emergency - 1st Shift - Pieper Veterinary

Middletown, CT | Full-Time

Schedule & Pay

• 4 days a week, 10 hour days
• Please note that holidays are required.
• $19.50-$22.50/hour, based on experience. Plus a shift differential!

Why Pieper Veterinary

We are a VECCS Level 1 Certified Hospital!

What You'll Do

• Provide hands-on support during emergency procedures
• Prepare and restock treatment areas with necessary supplies
• Communicate compassionately with pet parents
• Perform basic laboratory tasks
• Collaborate with emergency technicians and doctors

What You Bring

• Previous experience in a veterinary, animal care, or shelter environment preferred
• Solid communication skills
• Basic knowledge of animal handling, restraint, and common veterinary terminology
• A calm, organized demeanor - capable of juggling multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting
• Attention to detail
• A passion for continuous learning

Ready to take the next step? We'd love to meet you.

Pieper Veterinary/Cove Animal Health is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.