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Veterinary Technician - Inpatient Nursing - 2nd shift

Pieper Veterinary · Middletown, CT · 2 wk ago
On-siteInformation Technology$22.5–$30/hrFull-time

About the role

Pieper Veterinary is seeking dedicated Veterinary Technicians to join our team at Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center, a VECCS Level I Facility in Middletown, CT. Our mission is to make our community and the animals and people within it healthier and happier.

What To Expect

  • Commitment to Continuing Education: Numerous in-house CE opportunities and mentoring available.
  • Career Advancement: Promotes recognition of top talent and strong work ethic.
  • Environment of Belonging: Specialties include Emergency & Critical Care, Neurology, Internal Medicine, Radiology, Oncology, Surgery, and Exotics.
  • Environment of Collaboration: Works closely with a full staff of experienced Emergency and Primary Care Veterinarians.

About You

  • Strong communication and multitasking skills essential in a fast-paced clinical environment.
  • Maintains a high standard of patient care.
  • Experience with restraint, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and anesthesia, with at least one year of experience in a busy hospital focused on nursing care.
  • Experience with CPR, EzyVet, and SmartFlow is a plus.
  • Collaboration is highly valued on our team.

Anticipated Schedule

This is a full-time position:

  • Schedule A: Thursday, Friday, and Saturday - 2pm-12:30am
  • Schedule B: Thursday, Friday, and Saturday - 2pm-12:30am OR 4pm-2:30am
  • Holidays are required.

Compensation

  • Starting at $22.50-$30.00/hour dependent upon experience + shift differential.

What's in it for you?

  • 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 strong employer match.
  • Up to 75% employee pet care discount.
  • Annual uniform allowance.

Requirements

  • At least 1 year or more of experience in a busy hospital, focusing on nursing care.
  • Associates degree in Veterinary Technology is a plus.
  • CVT license is a plus.
  • Knowledge with Anesthesia and monitoring.
  • Phlebotomy knowledge.
  • Knowledge of the procedures used for scheduling patients, receiving, treating, ordering medical supplies, and requesting laboratory tests.
  • Knowledge of the use, care, and storage of veterinary instruments, materials, and equipment.
  • Knowledge of sterilization techniques to sterilize various instruments and materials.
  • Knowledge of the instruments, materials, and standardized procedures used in the full variety of treatments to make preparations and provide “tableside” assistance.
  • Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
  • Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as to accept direction on given assignments.
  • Must be 18 years or older to apply.

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