Veterinary Technician – Surgery

Pieper Veterinary; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing education

Mentorship

Career growth

Job summary

Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center in Middletown, CT is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join the Surgery Department. You will participate in anesthesia management, patient monitoring, and perioperative care for advanced surgical cases in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Join a multidisciplinary team focused on exceptional patient outcomes, mentorship, and ongoing learning. This full-time role offers strong benefits, with opportunities for VTS goals and career growth.

Qualifications

• Previous veterinary technician experience in surgical, specialty, or emergency settings.
• Strong anesthesia knowledge and monitoring experience.
• Experience with induction/analgesic protocols and anesthetic agents.
• Ability to calculate CRIs and perform medical calculations accurately.
• Reading ECGs, interpreting capnography and responding to changes during anesthesia.

Responsibilities

• Assist in anesthesia management and perioperative patient care.
• Monitor patients during surgery and recovery with attention to vital signs.
• Support surgeons and multidisciplinary team across procedures.
• Contribute to high standards of care and patient safety.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

CRIs & calculations

Ventilators experience

Patient restraint

Team collaboration

Education

CVT credential (preferred)

Tools

EzyVet

SmartFlow

Job description

Positions are available across all hospitals in the Pieper Veterinary network. For over 80 years, we’ve cared for Connecticut’s pets and their families with compassion and expertise.

Joining our team means practicing the highest level of veterinary medicine in a supportive environment, with great benefits, collaborative colleagues, and a culture built on treating every pet as if they were our own.

Explore open roles and start your career with Pieper today.

Core Values

The core values below are the beliefs that guide us in our practice every day -- It’s how we come to work.

We Love What We Do

We love what we do and who we do it for. We pay attention to the patient’s journey and we treat the individual. We’re passionate and proud of our work, our patients and our team. We put our hearts into it.

Team Sport

We know the best way to care for our patients and clients is by working together. We respect, trust, support and encourage our co-workers. We have each other’s back. We ask “How can I help?”

Laughter

The work we do is challenging, and we stay strong by lifting each other up. We feel a positive attitude and a little humor has the ability to make all the difference in someone’s day.

We Can Handle It

In fact, we can handle anything. We take action while keeping our cool. We adapt to whatever comes through the door. We’re decisive, confident and we are fearless. We like a good challenge and we do what is necessary.

Good People Work Here

We are united by the desire to be ethical, honest and responsible. We show integrity, compassion and respect and genuinely care about our work and our patients.

Pay: $24.00-$30.00/hour (based on experience)

Additional Compensation: Additional compensation available for VTS (Anesthesia & Analgesia) credentialed technicians

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday | 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Holiday Requirement: Shared holiday coverage required

BENEFITS

WHY PIEPER MEMORIAL VETERINARY CENTER

Are you passionate about anesthesia, advanced surgical care, and delivering exceptional patient outcomes?

Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center, a VECCS Level I Certified specialty and emergency hospital in Middletown, CT, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our Surgery Department.

This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside highly skilled surgeons and specialists, supporting a wide range of advanced surgical procedures in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment. As a Surgical Veterinary Technician, you'll play a vital role in anesthesia management, patient monitoring, perioperative care, and ensuring the highest standard of care for every patient.

At Pieper, our specialists in Surgery, Emergency & Critical Care, Neurology, Internal Medicine, Oncology, and Exotics work closely together to provide exceptional patient care while fostering a culture focused on teamwork, professional growth, and continuous learning.

WHAT MAKES THIS OPPORTUNITY SPECIAL

Commitment to Learning & Development

• Extensive continuing education opportunities
• Mentorship from highly experienced specialists and technicians
• Support for technicians pursuing VTS goals
• Opportunities for long-term career growth and advancement

Advanced Surgical & Specialty Medicine

• Work with complex and advanced surgical cases
• Expand your anesthesia and critical patient monitoring skills
• Exposure to specialty and emergency procedures

Collaborative Team Environment

• Work alongside a highly skilled multidisciplinary team
• Culture built on communication, respect, and teamwork
• Your expertise and input directly contribute to patient outcomes

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous Veterinary Technician experience in a surgical, specialty, or emergency setting
• Strong anesthesia knowledge and anesthetic monitoring experience
• Experience with common induction agents, anesthetic agents, and analgesic protocols
• Ability to calculate CRIs and perform medical calculations accurately
• Experience with ventilators and advanced anesthesia equipment
• Experience monitoring specialty and emergency surgical procedures
• Ability to read ECGs, interpret capnography, and respond appropriately to patient changes
• Understanding of non‑rebreather circuits and appropriate usage
• Ability to assess blood pressure trends and respond appropriately during anesthesia
• Strong patient restraint and handling skills
• Excellent time management skills with an understanding of surgical scheduling and table times
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Must be at least 18 years of age

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) credential
• Candidates actively pursuing a VTS
• CPR certification or RECOVER training
• Experience with EzyVet
• Experience with SmartFlow
• Specialty hospital or referral center experience
• Strong interest in continued professional growth and development

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

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.

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