Veterinary Technician Assistant – Growth & Benefits

VCA Animal Hospitals, Inc; Shelton (CT); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k)

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Pet discounts

Headspace mental health

Job summary

VCA Shoreline Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center in Shelton, CT is hiring a full-time Technician Assistant. The role focuses on restraining animals, administering medications, lab work, and general patient care.

The position offers opportunities for growth within a large veterinary network, with benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off. Monday–Saturday schedule with compensation of $19–$20 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience with restraining animals and assisting veterinarians
• Administer medications under supervision
• Assist with collecting and running lab tests
• Maintain clean, sterile kennels and patient areas
• Provide food, water, and basic comfort to hospitalized patients
• Support sedated procedures and post-op cleanup
• Participate in general cleaning and restocking

Responsibilities

• Restrain animals for doctors and technicians.
• Administer medications under supervision of the technician.
• Assist with obtaining lab samples and running tests on in-house machines.
• Maintain cleanliness of kennels, patient areas, and equipment.
• Provide food and water to hospitalized patients under supervision.
• Walk hospitalized patients and assist during procedures as needed.
• Perform general cleaning and restocking duties inside/outside the hospital.

Skills

Animal restraint

Medication administration

Lab sample collection

In-house lab testing

Kennel cleaning

Patient care assistance

Communication skills

Team player

Job description

VCA Shoreline Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center in Shelton, CT is hiring a full-time Technician Assistant. The role focuses on restraining animals, administering medications, lab work, and general patient care.

The position offers opportunities for growth within a large veterinary network, with benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off. Monday–Saturday schedule with compensation of $19–$20 per hour based on experience.