Veterinary Technician
PetVet Care Centers, LLC, New London, CT, United States
Position Overview
PetVet Care Centers' Companion Animal Hospital is currently seeking a Veterinary Technician to join their team! Companion Animal has been an AAHA Accredited hospital for 34 years. We have been providing quality and compassionate veterinary care for the pets of New London County, CT since 1982. Our mission is to provide courteous, dependable service and excellent care for long and comfortable life for pets.
Key Responsibilities
The Veterinary Technician supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients. Responsibilities include providing patient care by determining animal requirements, conducting examinations and diagnostic procedures, assisting during surgery and operations, providing nursing care, assisting with feeding and caring for patients, maintaining medical supplies and equipment, overseeing triage and discharging patients, and maintaining patient medical records.
Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations and interviews, reviewing care plans and records, completing laboratory tests and studies, and diagnostic imaging.
Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, drugs, and vaccines, and bandaging and wrapping wounds.
Support patient examinations and operations by assembling required supplies and instruments, securing and bringing patients to examination rooms, and restraining patients; aids as directed by the veterinarian.
Provide excellent pet care by applying full knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, pharmacology, specialized equipment usage, and specialized drug administration.
Obtain and verify medications.
Ensure that patients have food and water, clean patients’ rooms, cages, and equipment; observe patients for clinical signs of disease.
As directed, fill prescriptions and administer medications, including proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
Maintain a safe, secure, healthy, and humane environment by sterilizing and wrapping instruments, sanitizing and disinfecting holding and operating areas, storing sterile supplies, verifying shelf life, following standards and procedures, and in compliance with applicable legal regulations.
Maintain medical records by documenting patients’ conditions, reactions, and changes; update the database in an accurate and timely manner.
Communicate with pet owners about the status of the patient, as directed by the veterinarian.
Maintain equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining equipment supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
Maintain inventory, place orders for needed supplies, verify, and maintain receipts.
Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional journals.
Release pets to their owners as directed; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed before their release.
Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or practice.
Qualifications (Required)
High school diploma or GED.
Two or more years of experience with veterinary appointments, nursing care for hospitalized and critical patients.
Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)
Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), or Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician (LVMT) preferred.
May consider an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experiences.
Knowledge of the preparation, monitoring, and recovery of pets receiving surgery, as well as basic pet nursing.
Ability to demonstrate and follow correct procedures in catheter placement, phlebotomy, emergency medicine, and digital radiology.
Understand and limit the potential exposure to bites, scratches, and potential injuries.
Able to restrain patients according to standard procedures.
Fill prescriptions and monitor sedation procedures as directed by the veterinarian.
Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors.
Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain.
Communicate and approach job duties in a professional and mature manner.
Must be flexible with scheduling and able to work some weekends and holidays.
This is a strenuous job that requires a lot of lifting, cleaning, and constant motion.
Depending on the functional area of assignment, tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation and/or extended periods of time standing and/or walking.
May include some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work, usually involving lifting or carrying moderately heavy animals (up to 50 pounds).
Answer phones and perform other duties as needed by the hospital.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Manager or practice.
Schedule
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8am-5:30pm and Saturday from 8am-12pm.
Once the training schedule is complete, the schedule will be a set schedule. You will have an opportunity to work additional hours to cover shifts.
What We Offer
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid parental leave (birth, adoption, foster)
401(k) with discretionary contribution
Team member pet discounts
Emotional well‑being support – including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
CE stipends and career development resources
Grant Circle – a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
Local hospital culture backed by national resources
At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to a
Culture of Care
– for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With
more than 420 hospitals across the U.S.
and a team of over
11,000 dedicated professionals , including
1,700+ veterinarians , we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.
We care for pets. We care for you.
PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V.
PetVet respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. Please see our privacy notice for additional information about our data practices.
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PetVet Care Centers' Companion Animal Hospital is currently seeking a Veterinary Technician to join their team! Companion Animal has been an AAHA Accredited hospital for 34 years. We have been providing quality and compassionate veterinary care for the pets of New London County, CT since 1982. Our mission is to provide courteous, dependable service and excellent care for long and comfortable life for pets.
Key Responsibilities
The Veterinary Technician supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients. Responsibilities include providing patient care by determining animal requirements, conducting examinations and diagnostic procedures, assisting during surgery and operations, providing nursing care, assisting with feeding and caring for patients, maintaining medical supplies and equipment, overseeing triage and discharging patients, and maintaining patient medical records.
Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations and interviews, reviewing care plans and records, completing laboratory tests and studies, and diagnostic imaging.
Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, drugs, and vaccines, and bandaging and wrapping wounds.
Support patient examinations and operations by assembling required supplies and instruments, securing and bringing patients to examination rooms, and restraining patients; aids as directed by the veterinarian.
Provide excellent pet care by applying full knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, pharmacology, specialized equipment usage, and specialized drug administration.
Obtain and verify medications.
Ensure that patients have food and water, clean patients’ rooms, cages, and equipment; observe patients for clinical signs of disease.
As directed, fill prescriptions and administer medications, including proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
Maintain a safe, secure, healthy, and humane environment by sterilizing and wrapping instruments, sanitizing and disinfecting holding and operating areas, storing sterile supplies, verifying shelf life, following standards and procedures, and in compliance with applicable legal regulations.
Maintain medical records by documenting patients’ conditions, reactions, and changes; update the database in an accurate and timely manner.
Communicate with pet owners about the status of the patient, as directed by the veterinarian.
Maintain equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining equipment supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
Maintain inventory, place orders for needed supplies, verify, and maintain receipts.
Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional journals.
Release pets to their owners as directed; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed before their release.
Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or practice.
Qualifications (Required)
High school diploma or GED.
Two or more years of experience with veterinary appointments, nursing care for hospitalized and critical patients.
Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)
Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), or Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician (LVMT) preferred.
May consider an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experiences.
Knowledge of the preparation, monitoring, and recovery of pets receiving surgery, as well as basic pet nursing.
Ability to demonstrate and follow correct procedures in catheter placement, phlebotomy, emergency medicine, and digital radiology.
Understand and limit the potential exposure to bites, scratches, and potential injuries.
Able to restrain patients according to standard procedures.
Fill prescriptions and monitor sedation procedures as directed by the veterinarian.
Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors.
Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain.
Communicate and approach job duties in a professional and mature manner.
Must be flexible with scheduling and able to work some weekends and holidays.
This is a strenuous job that requires a lot of lifting, cleaning, and constant motion.
Depending on the functional area of assignment, tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation and/or extended periods of time standing and/or walking.
May include some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work, usually involving lifting or carrying moderately heavy animals (up to 50 pounds).
Answer phones and perform other duties as needed by the hospital.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Manager or practice.
Schedule
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8am-5:30pm and Saturday from 8am-12pm.
Once the training schedule is complete, the schedule will be a set schedule. You will have an opportunity to work additional hours to cover shifts.
What We Offer
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid parental leave (birth, adoption, foster)
401(k) with discretionary contribution
Team member pet discounts
Emotional well‑being support – including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
CE stipends and career development resources
Grant Circle – a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
Local hospital culture backed by national resources
At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to a
Culture of Care
– for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With
more than 420 hospitals across the U.S.
and a team of over
11,000 dedicated professionals , including
1,700+ veterinarians , we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.
We care for pets. We care for you.
PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V.
PetVet respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. Please see our privacy notice for additional information about our data practices.
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