Veterinary Technician Assistant — Hands-On Animal Care

Innovetive Petcare; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Continuing Education (CE) allowance

Professional development support

Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance, short-term and long‑m3

Annual scrub/uniform allowance

Employee discounts on veterinary sevic

Flexible scheduling options

Job summary

Veterinary Wellness Center of New Haven is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Technician Assistant to join our downtown New Haven team. The role supports veterinarians and technicians, handling animals and preparing exam areas, while contributing to a clean, efficient hospital environment near Yale University.

The ideal candidate is dependable, organized, enjoys working with animals, and eager to learn within a collaborative veterinary team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a veterinary clinic, animal hospital, or similar animal care setting preferred.
• Experience handling and safely restraining dogs and cats is a plus.
• Genuine compassion for animals and a commitment to their health, safety, and well-being.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians during appointments, examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Safely and compassionately handle and restrain dogs and cats for examinations and medical care.
• Help prepare patients, supplies, and equipment for veterinary procedures.
• Assist with basic patient care and monitoring under the direction of the veterinary medical team.
• Support patient movement between exam rooms, treatment areas, and other hospital spaces.
• Help keep patients comfortable, clean, and cared for throughout their visits.

Skills

Animal care

Teamwork

Communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Follow protocols

Learning mindset

Job description

Veterinary Wellness Center of New Haven is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Technician Assistant to join our downtown New Haven team. The role supports veterinarians and technicians, handling animals and preparing exam areas, while contributing to a clean, efficient hospital environment near Yale University.

The ideal candidate is dependable, organized, enjoys working with animals, and eager to learn within a collaborative veterinary team.