Veterinary Technician – Inpatient Nursing – 1st shift - PT

COVE Animal Health; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 31,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

401(k) plan

Mental health

Job summary

Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center in Middletown, CT is seeking a Veterinary Technician for inpatient nursing on 1st shift (PT). The role requires at least 1 year in a busy hospital, with skills in restraint, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and anesthesia.

Knowledge of EzyVet and SmartFlow is a plus, CVT license a plus. You will work in a VECCS Level I facility with a collaborative team, opportunities for CE and professional growth, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in a busy hospital focusing on nursing care.
• Associates degree in Veterinary Technology is a plus.
• CVT license is a plus.
• Knowledge with anesthesia and monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care in inpatient unit and assist with patient handling.
• Assist with anesthesia and monitoring during procedures.
• Schedule patients, manage medical supplies, and request lab tests as needed.
• Collaborate with team to maintain high standard of patient care and client communication.

Skills

restraint

venipuncture

IV catheter placement

anesthesia

communication

multitasking

Education

Associates degree in Veterinary Technology

Tools

EzyVet

SmartFlow

Job description

JOIN OUR TEAM OF
PASSIONATE AND
DEDICATED
PROFESSIONALS!

Positions are available at all of the hospitals within the COVE Veterinary network. You’ll have the opportunity to practice the highest level of care, along with great benefits and a supportive work environment.

Explore many exciting opportunities with COVE!

COVE’s five respected regional brands offer positions for all veterinary professionals in Connecticut, Massachusetts/Rhode Island, Maine, Pennsylvania and Ohio.

Veterinary Technician – Inpatient Nursing – 1st shift - PT

Are you a Veterinary Technician ready to apply your full range of skills and be a valued member of a collaborative, supportive team?

At Pieper Veterinary, we’re looking for passionate professionals who take pride in their work and are committed to making a difference for pets and their families. Join us at Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center, a VECCS Level I Facility in Middletown, CT, where your expertise, compassion, and teamwork will be recognized and celebrated.

Our vision is simple: to make the community—and the animals and people in it—happier and healthier. If that resonates with you, we invite you to explore a career with us.

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 believe veterinary medicine is truly a team sport, and we’re seeking a candidate who shares that mindset. Strong communication and multitasking skills are essential in a fast-paced clinical environment, alongside maintaining a high standard of patient care.

We are looking for a Veterinary Technician who is confident with restraint, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and anesthesia, with at least one year of experience in a busy hospital focused on nursing care. Experience with CPR, EzyVet, and SmartFlow is a plus, but not required.

Collaboration is highly valued on our team, and we encourage all staff members to speak up—your insights are not only welcomed but can make a meaningful difference in patient care and team success.

Anticipated Schedule: This is a part-time position:
Sunday - 6am-4pm

Compensation: Starting at $22.50-$30.00/hour dependent upon experience

What's in it for you?

• Supportive culture with social events & team building
• Competitive paid time off & holidays
• 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

• At least 1 year or more of experience in a busy hospital, focusing on nursing care.
• Associates degree 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.

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