Veterinary Assistant - Primary Care - PT

Pieper Veterinary; Marlborough (CT); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Corporate culture events

Paid time off

Health insurance

Mental health services

401(k) matching

Job summary

Pieper Veterinary in Marlborough, CT is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Assistant for part-time hours. You will support veterinarians, provide basic animal care, and help maintain a clean, efficient clinic. Excellent communication with clients and team is essential.

The role emphasizes collaboration, ongoing learning, and a caring approach to every pet. Prior veterinary experience preferred; EzyVet knowledge is a plus but not required.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a veterinary setting is required.
• Ability to handle animals and perform basic animal care tasks.
• Strong communication with clients and team members.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced clinic.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with examinations and procedures.
• Provide basic animal care including feeding and exercising.
• Clean and sterilize instruments and equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness in treatment and kennel areas.
• Restrain animals for procedures when necessary.
• Communicate effectively with pet owners and team members.
• Keep accurate treatment and procedure records.
• Support comfort and well-being of animals in the facility.

Skills

Animal handling

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Job description

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 - Primary Care - PT

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 Veterinary at our Marlborough, CT location. 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:

• Environment of Collaboration: Our hospital locations work closely together with each other as well as the Specialty/ER location in Middletown to provide the best possible care for the pets we see.
• 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 from within.
• 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!

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 will assist veterinarians during examinations and procedures, provide basic animal care, and feel comfortable with animal handling and restraint, basic surgery preparation, and assisting Veterinary Technicians in a clinical setting. Additional responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness throughout the medical facility and supporting the efficient operation of the veterinary practice. Experience with EzyVet is a plus but is 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.

Responsibilities:
- Assist veterinarians with examinations and procedures
- Provide basic animal care such as feeding, watering, and exercising
- Clean and sterilize instruments and equipment
- Maintain cleanliness in the treatment and kennel areas
- Restrain animals for procedures when necessary
- Communicate effectively with pet owners and team members
- Keep accurate records of treatments and procedures
- Attend to the comfort and well-being of animals in the facility

Schedule:
This is a part-time position:
Thursday - 8am-6pm
Friday - 8am-6pm
Saturday - 8am-2pm

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.
• Physical ability to assist with lifting and restraining animals
• 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.

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