Veterinary Technician

Redding Veterinary Hospital LLC; Ridgefield (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Flexible Scheduling

Career Advancement Opportunities

Competitive Compensation

Fun Working Environment

Interact with Pets

Job summary

Redding Veterinary Hospital LLC in Ridgefield, Connecticut, is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Technician to join our successful clinic. Your responsibilities will include assisting the Veterinarian with surgeries, coordinating animal care, and monitoring recovery, ensuring all pets receive exceptional care.

If you're passionate about animal care and thrive in a busy environment, we’d love to meet you. Join a friendly team that values your contribution and offers career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Veterinary Technician or in a similar role.
• Ability to remain organized in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Triage pets as they arrive at the clinic.
• Interview pet owners to obtain a patient history.
• Take vital signs and acquire blood samples.
• Assist with surgeries and monitor animals after surgery.
• Administer medications and provide at-home dosage instructions for clients.
• Keep accurate patient records.

Skills

Knowledge of animal care and handling

Excellent communication skills

Ability to multi-task

Patience and love for animals

Job description

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Paid time off
• Flexible Scheduling
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Competitive Compensation
• Fun Working Environment
• Interact with Pets

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate Veterinarian Technician to join the team at our successful clinic. Veterinary Technician responsibilities include assisting the Veterinarian with surgeries and procedures, coordinating animal care, and monitoring animal recovery. You will work closely with the entire clinic staff to ensure the health and well‑being of all of our pet patients. If you are passionate about providing exceptional animal care, we’d like to meet you.

Responsibilities

• Triage pets as they arrive at the clinic
• Interview pet owners to obtain a patient history
• Take vital signs and acquire blood samples
• Assist with surgeries and monitor animals after surgery
• Administer medications and provide at‑home dosage instructions for clients
• Keep accurate patient records

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Veterinary Technician or in a similar role
• Knowledge of animal care and handling
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to multi‑task and remain organized in a busy environment
• Patience and a love for animals