Veterinary Assistant - Inpatient Nursing - 1st shift - PT

Pieper Veterinary; Middletown (CT); Vor Ort; USD 27.000 - 30.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Mental Health Focused Services

Safe Harbor 401(k) with StrongEmployer

Employee Pet Care Discount

Annual Uniform Allowance

Continuing Education Opportunities

Career Growth & Advancement

Team Building Events

& MORE!

Zusammenfassung

Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center in Middletown, CT is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join our inpatient nursing team for the first shift on a part-time basis. You will work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support staff to care for our patients and assist with daily tasks.

The role emphasizes safety, patient handling, and clear communication with clients. Prior experience and a willingness to learn are valued, with continuing education and career growth

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 1 year experience in a veterinary setting preferred.
• Must be efficient in taking TPRs and handling animals safely.
• Experience supporting Veterinary Technicians and clinical staff in a hospital setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.

Aufgaben

• Assist veterinarians and technicians in inpatient nursing and general patient care.
• Support hospital operations and provide compassionate care to patients and clients.

Kenntnisse

Efficient in taking TPRs

Animal handling and restraint

Strong communication skills

Multitasking in fast-paced environment

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EzyVet

SmartFlow

Jobbeschreibung

Positions are available across all hospitals in the Pieper Veterinary network. For over 80 years, we’ve cared for Connecticut’s pets and their families with compassion and expertise.

Joining our team means practicing the highest level of veterinary medicine in a supportive environment, with great benefits, collaborative colleagues, and a culture built on treating every pet as if they were our own.

Explore open roles and start your career with Pieper today.

Core Values

The core values below are the beliefs that guide us in our practice every day -- It’s how we come to work.

We Love What We Do

We love what we do and who we do it for. We pay attention to the patient’s journey and we treat the individual. We’re passionate and proud of our work, our patients and our team. We put our hearts into it.

Team Sport

We know the best way to care for our patients and clients is by working together. We respect, trust, support and encourage our co-workers. We have each other’s back. We ask “How can I help?”

Laughter

The work we do is challenging, and we stay strong by lifting each other up. We feel a positive attitude and a little humor has the ability to make all the difference in someone’s day.

We Can Handle It

In fact, we can handle anything. We take action while keeping our cool. We adapt to whatever comes through the door. We’re decisive, confident and we are fearless. We like a good challenge and we do what is necessary.

Good People Work Here

We are united by the desire to be ethical, honest and responsible. We show integrity, compassion and respect and genuinely care about our work and our patients.

Veterinary Assistant - Inpatient Nursing - 1st shift - PT

Pay: $19.50-$22.00/hour (based on experience)

Schedule: Part-Time

Shift:

• Wednesday and Saturday
• 6:00 AM - 4:00 PM

BENEFITS

• Mental Health Focused Services
• Safe Harbor 401(k) with Strong Employer Match and Immediate Vesting
• Employee Pet Care Discount
• Annual Uniform Allowance
• Continuing Education Opportunities
• Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities
• Team Building Events
• & MORE!

WHY PIEPER MEMORIAL VETERINARY CENTER

Are you a Veterinary Assistant looking for a supportive team environment where you can continue building your skills while making a meaningful impact on the lives of pets and their families?

Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center, a VECCS Level I Certified specialty and emergency hospital in Middletown, CT, is seeking a compassionate and dependable Veterinary Assistant to join our team.

At Pieper, you'll work alongside experienced veterinarians, technicians, assistants, and specialists in a collaborative environment that values teamwork, mentorship, and professional growth. Our hospital is home to specialists in Emergency & Critical Care, Neurology, Internal Medicine, Radiology, Oncology, Surgery, and Exotics, providing unique opportunities to learn and grow within veterinary medicine.

If you're passionate about animal care, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and thrive as part of a team, we'd love to meet you.

WHAT MAKES THIS OPPORTUNITY SPECIAL

Commitment to Learning & Growth

• Continuing education opportunities, including in-house training and our annual symposium
• Mentorship from experienced veterinary professionals
• Opportunities for career development and advancement

Collaborative Specialty Environment

• Supportive culture built on teamwork, communication, and respect
• Exposure to advanced medicine and specialty patient care

A Place Where You Can Thrive

• Inclusive and welcoming team culture
• Your ideas and contributions are valued
• Meaningful work that positively impacts patients and their families

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 1 year experience working in a veterinary setting preferred.
• MUST be efficient in taking TPRs
• Experience handling and restraining animals safely and effectively
• Experience performing basic animal care and husbandry duties
• Experience supporting Veterinary Technicians and clinical staff in a hospital setting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask and remain organized in a fast-paced environment
• Basic knowledge of animal behavior and veterinary medical terminology
• Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing priorities
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructionsAbility to work collaboratively with veterinarians, technicians, and support staff
• Reliable attendance and strong professional work ethic
• Compassionate, patient, and positive approach to patient and client care
• Willingness to learn and grow within the role
• Must be at least 18 years of age

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with EzyVet
• Experience with SmartFlow
• Current Veterinary Technician students are encouraged to apply
• Previous specialty or emergency veterinary experience
• Strong interest in expanding clinical knowledge and skills
• Commitment to continuing education and professional development

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

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.

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