Veterinary Assistant - Seasonal

New Jersey Department of Children and Families; Madison (CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading veterinary clinic as a Seasonal Veterinary Assistant in Madison, CT, where you'll handle animals, assist Veterinary Technicians, and engage with clients. Ideal for compassionate individuals who thrive in a team and enjoy a fast-paced environment. Weekend availability required. Competitive hourly wage based on experience.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working in a veterinary setting.
• Compassion and patience when handling animals.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist Veterinary Technicians in a clinical setting.
• Perform basic animal care tasks and handle animals.
• Maintain organization in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Communication

Animal handling

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Tools

EzyVet

Smartflow

Job description

Description

Dream Job Alert: Spend Your Summer with Paws, Purrs, and Purpose!

Join our team at Pieper Madison, Urgent Care located in, Madison, CT as a Seasonal Veterinary Assistant and spend your days helping furry friends, learning valuable skills, and making pet owners smile! If you are passionate, reliable, and ready to dive into a role in animal care — we want to meet you!

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

About You:

We strongly believe that veterinary medicine is a team sport, and our ideal candidate is someone who feels the same.

The ideal Veterinary Assistant candidate is already comfortable with handling/restraint and assisting Veterinary Technicians in a clinical setting. Experience with EzyVet and Smartflow are an additional 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.

Schedule:

To be determined by the Hospital manager.

Weekend availability is required.

The schedule may vary week to week depending on the needs of the hospital.

Compensation:

Based on experience starting at $16.50-$20.00 an hour.

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

• 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.

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