Veterinary Technician - Inpatient Nursing - 2nd shift - PT

COVE Animal Health; City of Middletown (NY); On-site; USD 30,996 - 41,328; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive culture with social events

Competitive paid time off

Mental Health Focused Services

401(k) plan with strong employer match

Job summary

COVE Animal Health in Middletown, NY is looking for a part-time Veterinary Technician for inpatient nursing on the 2nd shift. You will work within a supportive team environment, delivering high-quality care to patients. If you have at least a year of experience and possess skills in restraint, venipuncture, and anesthesia, we invite you to join our team.

The role offers starting compensation between $22.50 and $30.00 per hour plus shift differentials, and various benefits including a supportive culture and 401(k) plan with employer match.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in a busy hospital focusing on nursing care.
• Knowledge of anesthesia monitoring.
• Ability to work independently and accept direction.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a high standard of patient care.
• Collaborate with specialists to deliver quality care.
• Assist in the scheduling and treatment of patients.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Patient care

Restraint skills

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Anesthesia knowledge

CPR

EzyVet

SmartFlow

Education

Associates degree in Veterinary Technology

CVT license

Job description

Veterinary Technician - Inpatient Nursing - 2nd shift - PT

Are you a Veterinary Technician looking to fully utilize your skill set while being a valued member of a collaborative, supportive team? If so, Pieper Veterinary is seeking dedicated professionals who take pride in their work to join our team at Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center, a VECCS Level I Facility in Middletown, CT.

Our mission is simple: to make our community—and the animals and people within it—healthier and happier. If our values resonate with you, we invite you to learn more about what makes our team special.

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.

Friday: 2pm-12am or 4pm-2:30am

Compensation

Starting at $22.50-$30.00/hour dependent upon experience + shift differential.

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

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.