Veterinary Assistant - Primary Care - PT

About the role

Join our team at Pieper Veterinary in Marlborough, CT as a compassionate and motivated Veterinary Assistant. Help shape the future of our practice and support our mission to deliver top-notch service to every pet and pet parent. Our vision is to make the community, animals, and people in it happier and healthier.

We offer an environment of collaboration, career advancement, and a commitment to continuing education. Our hospital locations work closely together, including with our Specialty/ER location in Middletown, to provide the best possible care for pets. We pride ourselves on recognizing top talent and strong work ethic, offering promotions from within, and providing numerous in-house continuing education opportunities and mentoring to support your career goals.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with examinations and procedures
• Provide basic animal care such as feeding, watering, and exercising
• Clean and sterilize instruments and equipment
• Maintain cleanliness in the treatment and kennel areas
• Restrain animals for procedures when necessary
• Communicate effectively with pet owners and team members
• Keep accurate records of treatments and procedures
• Attend to the comfort and well-being of animals in the facility

Requirements

• Must have prior experience working in a veterinary setting
• Experience in handling animals and performing basic animal care tasks
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with clients and team members
• Ability to multi-task and remain organized in a fast-paced environment
• Compassion and patience when handling animals
• Basic knowledge of animal behavior and medical terminology
• Ability to work well under pressure and in stressful situations
• Ability to work collaboratively with veterinarians, technicians, and other staff members
• Willingness to take direction and adapt to new tasks and procedures
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
• Punctuality and reliability, with a commitment to maintaining a high standard of care
• Positive attitude, professionalism, and a compassionate approach to client care
• Willingness to continue learning and stay updated on veterinary practices
• Physical ability to assist with lifting and restraining animals
• Must be 18 years or older to apply

Experience with EzyVet is a plus but is not required.

Schedule

• Thursday: 8am–6pm
• Friday: 8am–6pm
• Saturday: 8am–2pm

This is a part-time position.

Pay

$17.25 an hour.

Benefits

• Supportive culture with social events & team building
• Competitive paid time off & holidays
• Career growth & training opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Mental health focused services
• 401(k) plan with a strong employer match
• Employee pet care discount
• Annual uniform allowance