Veterinary Assistant

Who We Are East Hartford Animal Clinic is Hiring a Veterinary Assistant/Technician! Position Details Role: Veterinary Assistant/Technician Status: Part-time or full-time Salary: Competitive and based on experience and skill set Schedule: Flexible scheduling; candidates with greater schedule flexibility will be prioritized Benefits Highlights Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive compensation, 401(k) matching, tuition support, a 529 Savings Plan, and referral bonuses Wellness & Peace of Mind: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible employees; supplemental insurance options; Sick Time / Paid Time Off; paid parental leave; and employee pet discounts Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, professional development opportunities, uniform allowance, and credentialing support for eligible veterinary technicians Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays for eligible employees, an Employee Assistance Program, employee discounts, and access to Vetcor’s TechLife community of more than 800 veterinary technicians Want to put your technical skills, passion for preventive medicine, and client education experience to work where they can make a meaningful difference? East Hartford Animal Clinic would love to meet you! East Hartford Animal Clinic is a high-volume, fast-paced small animal general practice dedicated to providing exceptional care for dogs and cats. Our clinic is equipped with advanced surgical and diagnostic technology, and our supportive, team-oriented environment values high-quality medicine, compassionate client service, and collaboration. Our mission is simple: provide access to care for our community and the pets we serve. We’re looking for a Veterinary Assistant/Technician who shares that commitment and is passionate about preventive medicine, patient advocacy, and helping pet owners feel confident and informed about their pets’ care. Why You’ll Love It Here Mission-driven practice focused on improving access to veterinary careHigh-volume environment where you can build and strengthen your technical skillsAdvanced surgical and diagnostic equipmentSupportive, team-oriented culture that values collaborationHands-on opportunities in wellness care, diagnostics, treatments, and proceduresStrong emphasis on preventive medicine and client educationProfessional development and continuing education supportPart-time and full-time opportunities available What You’ll Do Assist veterinarians with routine wellness exams, diagnostics, treatments, and proceduresAdminister core and lifestyle vaccines according to patient age, medical history, and risk factorsEducate clients about flea, tick, and heartworm prevention options and protocolsPrepare, calculate, and administer medications under veterinarian directionPerform blood draws and collect samples for laboratory testingDiscuss treatment plans, diagnostics, preventive care, and wellness recommendations with clientsAdvocate for patients by helping ensure they receive appropriate preventive and medical careMaintain complete and accurate patient medical recordsFollow established hospital protocols and safety proceduresCommunicate patient information clearly with veterinarians and other members of the medical teamSupport other areas of the hospital as needed, including procedures and inventoryHelp maintain an organized, efficient, and compassionate patient-care environment What You’ll Bring Solid understanding of preventive veterinary care and commonly used medicationsConfidence with vaccine protocols, parasite prevention, and medication preparationStrong client-education and communication skillsAbility to explain veterinary recommendations clearly and compassionatelyStrong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a high-volume environmentPassion for patient advocacy and exceptional client serviceProactive, dependable, and collaborative approach to your workExperience in a small animal general practice setting preferredFamiliarity with veterinary practice-management software such as Cornerstone preferredBilingual communication skills are a plus, but not required The Extras You’ll Actually Feel A mission that makes your work meaningful every dayOpportunities to use and expand your technical skillsA team that values your role in preventive care and client educationContinuing education and professional development supportCredentialing support for eligible veterinary techniciansAccess to Vetcor TechLife, a community of more than 800 veterinary technicians company-widePet care discounts that help make caring for your own pets easier Benefits You Can’t Beat Benefit eligibility may vary based on employment status and average hours worked. Financial Benefits A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings PlanFlexible Spending Account (full-time only)529 Savings PlanTuition Support Program (full-time only)Referral bonus program Wellness Benefits Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.Sick Time / Paid Time OffFree or discounted lab work for employee petsPet discounts on services and productsPet food discount program Workplace Benefits Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus ProgramProfessional development opportunitiesState veterinary technician license reimbursement for eligible credentialed techniciansVTNE exam fee reimbursement for eligible veterinary techniciansContinuing education allowanceUniform allowanceAccess to Vetcor TechLife, a community of more than 800 veterinary technicians company-wide Lifestyle Benefits Six paid holidays (full-time only)Employee Assistance ProgramEmployee discount program Join Our Team! If you’re passionate about preventive medicine, patient advocacy, and helping clients make informed decisions about their pets’ care, we’d love to hear from you. Whether you’re looking for a part-time or full-time opportunity, apply today and discover how you can make a difference at East Hartford Animal Clinic! Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at East Hartford Animal Clinic and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to different ways of understanding and engaging with the world. We are committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.