Vet Technician

About the role

Mill Pond Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our collaborative and compassionate team. We’re a community-focused practice dedicated to providing quality veterinary care while maintaining a positive and supportive workplace for our staff. This opportunity is ideal for a technician who enjoys a fast-moving environment, values teamwork, and takes pride in delivering excellent patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with appointments, diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures
• Monitor anesthesia and support patients during recovery
• Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, laboratory testing, and imaging assistance
• Provide nursing care for hospitalized patients
• Educate clients on medications, preventive care, and treatment plans
• Maintain accurate patient records and support daily hospital workflow

Requirements

• CVT preferred, though experienced veterinary technicians are encouraged to apply
• Minimum of 2 years of veterinary clinical experience preferred
• Comfortable with anesthesia monitoring, surgical assistance, and patient handling
• Strong multitasking and communication skills
• Positive attitude with a collaborative approach to teamwork
• Commitment to compassionate patient and client care

Qualifications

• Valid Connecticut license
• Current first aid/cpr certification

Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Attention to detail and accuracy in record keeping
• Knowledge of veterinary medical terminology and procedures

Pay

Competitive pay with monthly bonus opportunities

Schedule

This is a full-time weekday position with a Monday through Friday schedule, offering consistency and work-life balance with no regular weekend shifts.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Mental wellness resources and employee support programs
• Paid time off, holiday pay, and parental leave
• Annual scrub allowance
• Continuing education opportunities and free RACE-approved CE platform
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Employee recognition and incentive programs
• Pet care discounts and pet insurance discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Career advancement opportunities within a growing veterinary network

What We Offer

• Employee recognition and incentive programs
• Pet care discounts and pet insurance discounts
• Career advancement opportunities within a growing veterinary network

Equal Opportunity Employer

Mill Pond Veterinary Hospital does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.