Veterinary Technician - ER - 2nd shift

COVE Animal Health; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Social events & team building

Competitive paid time off & holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Mental Health Focused Services

401(k) plan with strong employer match

Team Building

Job summary

COVE Animal Health in Middletown, CT is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our emergency care team. This fast-paced hospital rewards calm, focused care and clear communication during critical moments.

We support continuing education, internal mentoring, and opportunities for advancement across a collaborative, inclusive environment with specialists across Emergency and Internal Medicine. Ideal candidates have an Associates in Veterinary Technology or CVT, knowledge of anesthesia and

Qualifications

• Associates in Veterinary Technology is a plus.
• CVT license is a plus.
• Knowledge with anesthesia and monitoring.
• Scheduling, receiving, treating, ordering supplies, and testing.
• Care and sterilization of instruments and equipment.
• Tableside assistance and client service.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Must be 18 years or older.

Responsibilities

• Assist in emergency and general patient care.
• Restrain patients, monitor anesthesia, and support technicians.
• Collaborate with veterinarians and staff to deliver quality care.
• Support scheduling, treatments, lab requests, and supplies.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Patient care

CPR

EzyVet

SmartFlow

Anesthesia monitoring

Education

Associate degree in Veterinary Technology

CVT license (preferred)

Tools

EzyVet system

SmartFlow system

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Description:

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

Join the dedicated team at Pieper Veterinary in Middletown, CT, where every shift offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on pets and the people who love them. We are seeking skilled and compassionate technicians who excel in fast-paced environments and remain calm, focused, and confident 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, 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 believe veterinary medicine is truly a team sport, and we are looking for a technician who shares that mindset. Clear, effective communication is essential in a busy clinical environment, and the ideal candidate can confidently multitask while consistently delivering high-quality patient care.

We are seeking a technician who is already comfortable with patient restraint, triage, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and anesthesia. Experience with CPR, EzyVet, and SmartFlow is a plus, but not required. Collaboration is highly valued, and we encourage all team members to speak up—your insights matter and can truly make a difference for our patients and clients.

Anticipated Schedule:

This is a full-time position:
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and Friday - 4pm-2am
Holidays are required.

Compensation:

Starting at $21.00-$30.00/hour dependent upon experience.

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 in Veterinary Technology is a plus.
• CVT license is a plus.
• Knowledge with 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.