Veterinary Technician — Flexible Schedule & Growth

Innovetive Petcare; Barnesville (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & 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 disability

Long-term disability

Annual scrub/uniform allowance

Employee discounts on services

Flexible scheduling options

Location Perks — Prime downtown New H†

Job summary

Veterinary Wellness Center of New Haven is seeking a Veterinary Technician (credentialed or experienced) to join our fast-paced, small animal practice in New Haven, CT. We offer full-time and part-time positions with a competitive hourly wage.

Join a compassionate team with access to advanced diagnostic tools and a collaborative work environment near Yale University. Candidates should be prepared for hands-on clinical work, client communication, and ongoing learning.

Qualifications

• CVT/LVT/RVT or experienced Veterinary Technician/Assistant
• Strong knowledge of animal care, disease processes, and triage
• Experience with venipuncture, anesthesia monitoring, lab work, or surgery preferred
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
• Team-oriented mindset with a strong work ethic
• Adaptability and willingness to learn and grow

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, and surgical procedures
• Perform anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Conduct dental cleanings and maintain dental equipment
• Collect patient medical histories and communicate findings with clients
• Perform venipuncture, blood pressure readings, and technical procedures
• Run in-house lab diagnostics (Idexx) and prepare samples for reference labs
• Support radiology and diagnostic imaging
• Safely restrain animals for exams and procedures
• Fill prescriptions, calculate dosages, and support pharmacy operations
• Educate clients on preventive care, treatment plans, and wellness
• Maintain clean, organized, and sterile treatment and surgical areas

Skills

CVT/LVT/RVT

Animal care

Triage

Customer service

Tools

Idexx in-house lab

Job description

Veterinary Wellness Center of New Haven is seeking a Veterinary Technician (credentialed or experienced) to join our fast-paced, small animal practice in New Haven, CT. We offer full-time and part-time positions with a competitive hourly wage.

Join a compassionate team with access to advanced diagnostic tools and a collaborative work environment near Yale University. Candidates should be prepared for hands-on clinical work, client communication, and ongoing learning.