Veterinary Technician - ER - 1st shift

Pieper Veterinary; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Social events & team building

Paid time off & holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Mental health services

401(k) plan with employer match

Job summary

Pieper Veterinary in Middletown, CT is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Technician to join our emergency care team. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced settings, communicates clearly with clients, and collaborates with a skilled hospital staff.

We offer in-house CE opportunities, a supportive culture, and opportunities for growth. The position is full-time with daytime hours and holiday requirements. Compensation starts at $25.00–$30.00 per hour, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Communication is key in a clinical setting and teamwork is essential.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfort with triage and client interactions.

Responsibilities

• Triaging patients and assisting during emergencies.
• Administer IV, SQ, and IM injections; monitor anesthesia and sedation.
• Maintain patient records and communicate discharge instructions to clients.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Patient care

Education

Associates degree in Veterinary Technology

CVT license

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Are you a dedicated Veterinary Technician with a passion for Emergency Care?

Join our dynamic team at Pieper Veterinary in Middletown, CT, where every day presents the chance to make a real difference in the lives of pets and their families. We are looking for skilled professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments and are committed to providing exceptional care during critical moments.

Our vision is a simple one, to make the community and the animals and people in it happier and healthier. If those values mean something to you, we invite you to check us out.

What to Expect:

• 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 VTS goals.
• 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.
• Environment of Belonging: With so many specialties at your fingertips, it's easy to find where you fit. We also promote an environment of inclusivity so that everyone feels welcome.
• Environment of Collaboration: Our VECCS Level 1 Certified Hospital includes specialists in Emergency & Critical Care, Neurology, Internal Medicine, Radiology, Oncology, Surgery, and Exotics and a full staff of experienced Emergency and Primary Care Veterinarians. With the support of their technicians, assistants, and liaisons the hospital teams work closely together to deliver the highest quality of care.

About You:
We strongly believe that veterinary medicine is a team sport, and our ideal candidate is someone who feels the same. Communication is key in a clinical setting, and we are looking for those multitaskers that can manage that as well as maintain a high standard of care for their patients.

We are seeking a technician who is already confident with triaging patients, restraint, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, able to administer IV, SQ, IM injections, sedation, and anesthesia. The ideal candidate must be comfortable with speaking with clients as this role entails reviewing discharge instructions including any medications being sent home and instructions for home care.

Experience with CPR, EzyVet, and Smartflow are an additional plus, but not required. We highly value collaboration from all staff members, so please speak up as your input is not only valued but can make a difference.

Anticipated Schedule:
This is a full-time position:
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday - 8am-6pm
Holidays are required.

Compensation:
Starting at $25.00-$30.00/hour

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 strong employer match
• Team Building

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:

• Associates degree in Veterinary Technology is a plus.
• CVT license is a plus.
• Knowledge with sedation, anesthesia and monitoring.
• Knowledge of the procedures used for scheduling patients, receiving, treating, ordering medical supplies, and requesting laboratory tests.
• Knowledge of the use, care, and storage of veterinary instruments, materials, and equipment.
• Knowledge of sterilization techniques to sterilize various instruments and materials.
• Knowledge of the instruments, materials, and standardized procedures used in the full variety of treatments to make preparations and provide "tableside" assistance.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing client and personal services. This includes client needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of client satisfaction.
• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as to accept direction on given assignments.
• 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.