Veterinary Assistant – ER – 1st shift

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with employer match

Pet care discount

Uniform allowance

Team building events

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center in Middletown, CT, is seeking an experienced Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join our VECCS Level I hospital team. You will support veterinarians, technicians, and fellow staff in a fast-paced ER environment, delivering compassionate patient care and assisting with clinical tasks.

The ideal candidate thrives in teamwork, remains calm under pressure, and is committed to continuing education and professional growth within a collaborative hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a veterinary ER setting preferred.
• Experience handling animals and basic care tasks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to interact with clients and team members.
• Ability to stay calm, organized and efficient in a fast-paced emergency environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in emergency care and triage under supervision of veterinarians and technicians.
• Support the emergency team and coordinate with assistants and liaisons to deliver high-quality patient care.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative hospital environment and ongoing learning.

Skills

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Communication

Empathy

Tools

EzyVet

SmartFlow

Job description

Description

Are you an experienced Veterinary Assistant ready to take your career to the next level in the ER at a VECCS Level I Veterinary Hospital At Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center in Middletown CT youll join a collaborative highly skilled team that is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care while supporting one anothers professional growth and success If youreare looking for an environment where your contributions are valued your development is encouraged and youll work alongside dedicated veterinary professionals who share your commitment to excellence wed love to hear from you Our vision is simple to make our communityand the animals and people in ithappier and healthier through outstanding veterinary medicine compassion and teamwork

What to Expect

Commitment to Continuing Education We want to retain and develop our talent to the best of our ability You can expect numerous in house CE opportunities and any mentoring available to support and achieve your VTS goalsCareer Advancement We pride ourselves on recognizing top talent and strong work ethic and if you demonstrate those things you can expect to be promoted from withinEnvironment of Belonging With so many specialties at your fingertips its easy to find where you fit We also promote an environment of inclusivity so that everyone feels welcomeEnvironment of Collaboration Our VECCS Level 1 Certified Hospital includes specialists in Emergency & Critical Care Neurology Internal Medicine Oncology Surgery and Exotics and a full staff of experienced Emergency and Primary Care Veterinarians With the support of their technicians assistants and liaisons the hospital teams work closely together to deliver the highest quality of care

About You

We strongly believe that veterinary medicine is a team sport and our ideal candidate is someone who shares that same mindset The Emergency Veterinary Assistant plays an essential role on our emergency team providing compassionate patient care while supporting veterinarians veterinary technicians and fellow team members in a fast paced ever evolving clinical environment We are seeking a compassionate dependable and motivated Veterinary Assistant who thrives in a collaborative team oriented environment The ideal candidate is eager to learn remains calm and focused under pressure and is dedicated to providing exceptional care to both patients and their families during emergency situations The Emergency Veterinary Assistant is an essential member of the Emergency team providing compassionate patient care and supporting veterinarians and veterinary technicians in a fast paced emergency environment This position requires strong organizational skills the ability to multitask under pressure and a commitment to delivering exceptional patient and client care Experience with EzyVet and SmartFlow is a plus but not required We are looking for someone who brings a positive attitude strong work ethic and a commitment to teamwork in a fast paced emergency setting At Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center we value the contributions of every team member Your ideas feedback and clinical perspective matterso we encourage you to speak up collaborate and be an active part of a team where your input can truly make a difference

Anticipated Schedule

This is a full time position Schedule A Monday Thursday Friday and Saturday 8am 6pm Holidays are required Schedule B Wednesday Thursday Friday and Saturday 6am 4pm Holidays are required

Compensation

Starting at 1950 2250hour dependent upon experience

Whats in it for you

• Supportive culture with social events & team building
• Competitive paid time off & holidays
• Career Growth & Training Opportunities
• Comprehensive medical dental and vision insurance
• Mental Health Focused Services
• 401k plan with strong employer match
• Up to 75 employee pet care discount
• Annual uniform allowance
• Team Building

Requirements

• Prior experience working in a veterinary setting ideally in an ER setting
• Experience in handling animals and performing basic animal care tasks
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact professionally with clients and team members
• Ability to remain calm organized and efficient in a fast paced high pressure emergency environment
• Strong multitasking and time management skills with careful attention to detail
• Ability to follow directions accurately while adapting to changing priorities and patient needs
• Willingness to work collaboratively with veterinarians veterinary technicians and support staff
• Compassion patience and professionalism when caring for patients and supporting clients during stressful situations
• Dependable punctual and committed to maintaining high standards of patient care and hospital operations
• Positive attitude with a strong work ethic and willingness to assist wherever needed
• Commitment to continued learning and staying current with veterinary medicine and emergency patient care practices
• Ability to lift carry and restrain animals safely with assistance when appropriate
• Ability to stand walk bend kneel and perform physically demanding tasks throughout a scheduled shift
• Ability to work evenings weekends holidays and overtime as required by the needs of the emergency service
• Experience safely handling and restraining animals of various sizes and temperaments
• Basic knowledge of animal behavior veterinary medical terminology and patient care
• Ability to perform basic animal care tasks while maintaining patient comfort and safety
• Must be at least 18 years of age
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