Veterinary Technician - ER - Overnights

Pieper Veterinary; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 28,929 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CE opportunities

Career advancement

Inclusive environment

Collaborative hospital

Job summary

Pieper Veterinary in Middletown, CT is seeking a Veterinary Technician for Emergency Care. You will work with a dedicated team to provide urgent care, support critical patients, and uphold high standards of patient welfare.

Our hospital emphasizes continuing education, collaboration, and opportunities for advancement within a VECCS Level 1 certified setting, with strong teamwork and client communication at its core.

Qualifications

• Associates in Veterinary Technology is a plus.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Client communication

Team collaboration

Venipuncture & IV placement

Scheduling & lab tests

Instrument & equipment handling

Sterilization techniques

Multitasking in ER

Education

Associate degree in Veterinary Technology

Tools

EzyVet

SmartFlow

Job description

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, compassionate technicians who excel in fast-paced environments and remain calm, focused, and confident during critical moments.

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

• Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday - 8pm-8am
• 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.