Veterinary Assistant - Primary Care

Pieper Veterinary; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Social events & team building

Competitive PTO & holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Mental Health Focused Services

401(k) plan with strong match

Job summary

Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center in Middletown, CT is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join our team. If you love animals and delivering exceptional care, this is your chance to support veterinarians and veterinary technicians across patient appointments and surgeries.

The role requires strong animal handling, clear communication with clients, and a team-oriented approach. We offer in-house CE, growth opportunities, and a supportive culture with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a veterinary setting is required or strongly preferred.
• Ability to handle animals and perform basic animal care tasks.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with clients and team.
• Ability to multi-task and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Compassion, patience, and dedication to high-quality care.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinary technicians in clinical tasks and patient care.
• Rotate between patient appointments and surgical pack/prep duties.
• Contribute to a collaborative, high-standard team environment.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Animal handling

Communication

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Reliability

Patience

Medical terminology

Tools

EzyVet

SmartFlow

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Description

Are you ready to be a part of something exciting and make a difference in the lives of animals?

We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Veterinary Assistant to join our team at Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center located in Middletown, CT. If you have a love for animals and a passion for providing exceptional care, this is your chance to help shape the future of our practice and support our mission to deliver top-notch service to every pet and pet parent.

Our vision is a simple one, to make the community and the animals and people in it happier and healthier.

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 career goals!
• Career Advancement: We pride ourselves on recognizing top talent and strong work ethic and if you demonstrate those things, you can expect to be promoted.
• Environment of Belonging: With so many specialties at your fingertips, it's easy to find where you fit. We also promote an environment of inclusivity so that everyone feels welcome.
• Environment of Collaboration: Our VECCS Level 1 Certified Hospital includes specialists in Emergency & Critical Care, Neurology, Internal Medicine, Radiology, 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 feels the same.

The ideal candidate is confident in animal handling and restraint, basic surgical preparation, and assisting Veterinary Technicians in a clinical setting. Experience with surgical pack and prep is preferred, as this role includes rotating between patient appointments and surgical pack and prep responsibilities. Familiarity with EzyVet and SmartFlow is also a plus but not required.

Communication is key in our industry, and we are looking for people who navigate both client and interpersonal communication with skill and ease. We highly value collaboration from all staff members, so please speak up as your input is not only valued but can make a difference.

Anticipated Schedule

This is a full-time position:

Tuesday - 12pm-8pm

Wednesday - 12pm-8pm

Thursday - 12pm-8pm

Friday - 12pm-8pm

Every other Saturday is required - 7:30am-4pm

Holidays are also required!

What's in it for you?

• Supportive culture with social events & team building
• Competitive paid time off & holidays
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Mental Health Focused Services
• 401(k) plan with a strong employer match

We know it's not always easy to make a move. We treat all interviews as confidential and if a casual chat is more your style, we can do that too! We genuinely love what we do and the people we work with!

Requirements

• Must have 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.
• Ability to multi-task and remain organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Compassion and patience when handling animals.
• Basic knowledge of animal behavior and medical terminology.
• Ability to work well under pressure and in stressful situations.
• Ability to work collaboratively with veterinarians, technicians, and other staff members.
• Willingness to take direction and adapt to new tasks and procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Punctuality and reliability, with a commitment to maintaining a high standard of care.
• Positive attitude, professionalism, and a compassionate approach to client care.
• Willingness to continue learning and stay updated on veterinary practices.
• Must be 18 years or older to apply.

EEO Statement

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.