Veterinary Technician Assistant
About The Position
Veterinary Wellness Center of New Haven is seeking a compassionate, dependable, and hardworking Veterinary Technician Assistant to support veterinarians, veterinary technicians, patients, and daily hospital operations at its downtown New Haven small animal hospital. The role provides hands-on support throughout the day, including animal handling and restraint, preparing examination and treatment areas, assisting with patient care, and maintaining a clean and organized hospital. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with animals, eager to learn, and willing to help wherever the team needs support. The practice provides preventive, medical, surgical, and dental care to pets in New Haven and surrounding communities. Its services are supported by modern diagnostic technology, including in-house IDEXX laboratory equipment, digital diagnostics, and pharmacy services. The position offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced veterinary professionals, develop animal care skills, and contribute to care for pets and their families.
Requirements
- Genuine compassion for animals and commitment to their health, safety, and well-being.
- Willingness to assist with cleaning, sanitizing, stocking, and maintaining the hospital environment.
- Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
- Ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities in a busy veterinary practice.
- Dependable, proactive, and comfortable working as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions and established protocols.
- Eagerness to learn, develop new skills, and grow within veterinary medicine.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a veterinary clinic, animal hospital, or similar animal care setting.
- Experience handling and safely restraining dogs and cats.
Responsibilities
- Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians during appointments, examinations, treatments, and procedures.
- Safely and compassionately handle and restrain dogs and cats for examinations and medical care.
- Prepare patients, supplies, and equipment for veterinary procedures.
- Assist with basic patient care and monitoring under the direction of the veterinary medical team.
- Support patient movement between exam rooms, treatment areas, and other hospital spaces.
- Help keep patients comfortable, clean, and cared for throughout their visits.
- Clean, sanitize, and reset examination rooms between appointments.
- Maintain clean and organized treatment areas, kennels, and shared hospital spaces.
- Clean and disinfect medical instruments, equipment, and surfaces according to hospital protocols.
- Assist with laundry, waste disposal, supply restocking, and general facility upkeep.
- Prepare exam rooms with necessary supplies and equipment for upcoming appointments.
- Help maintain a safe, sanitary, and welcoming environment for patients, clients, and team members.
- Restock medical supplies, exam rooms, and treatment areas as needed.
- Gather supplies and prepare for procedures with veterinarians and technicians.
- Communicate with team members to support efficient patient flow.
- Follow established animal handling, safety, sanitation, and infection control protocols.
- Provide additional hands-on assistance with daily hospital operations as needed.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Continuing Education (CE) allowance
- Professional development support
- Employee Assistance Program
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Annual scrub/uniform allowance
- Employee discounts on veterinary services
- Flexible scheduling options
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
