Veterinary Technician – Inpatient Nursing – 1st shift
About The Position
Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center, a VECCS Level I Certified specialty and emergency hospital in Middletown, Connecticut, is seeking a skilled and compassionate Veterinary Technician for inpatient nursing. Technicians are empowered to practice at the top of their skillset and play an essential role in patient care, working alongside experienced veterinarians, specialists, technicians, and support staff in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The center's specialties include Emergency & Critical Care, Neurology, Internal Medicine, Radiology, Oncology, Surgery, and Exotics. This role offers opportunities to use and expand technical nursing skills, contribute observations and input, and participate meaningfully in patient care and treatment planning. The workplace emphasizes continuing education, mentorship, career advancement, specialty interests, and support for technicians pursuing advanced credentials and VTS goals. Pay is $22.50–$30.00 per hour, based on experience. Schedule options are: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, 6:00 AM–4:00 PM; Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday, 6:00 AM–4:00 PM; or three 12-hour shifts from 6:00 AM–6:00 PM on either Friday, Saturday, and Sunday or Saturday, Sunday, and Monday. Scheduled weekends and holidays are required.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of experience in a busy veterinary hospital focused on nursing care.
- Strong venipuncture and phlebotomy skills.
- Experience placing and maintaining IV catheters.
- Knowledge of anesthesia and patient monitoring.
- Strong patient restraint and handling skills.
- Ability to multitask and remain organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and client service skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Commitment to providing exceptional patient care.
- Ability to accept direction and adapt to changing priorities.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Ability to work scheduled weekends and holidays.
Nice To Haves
- Associate's Degree in Veterinary Technology.
- Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) credential.
- CPR training or certification.
- Experience with EzyVet.
- Experience with SmartFlow.
- Experience in specialty or emergency medicine.
- Strong interest in continued learning and professional development.
Responsibilities
- Provide nursing care and contribute to patient care and treatment planning.
- Use technical nursing skills while working alongside veterinarians, specialists, technicians, and support staff.
- Monitor patients and support anesthesia care.
- Place and maintain IV catheters and perform venipuncture and phlebotomy.
- Restrain and handle patients safely.
- Communicate with clients and collaborate with colleagues.
- Remain organized and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Adapt to changing priorities and accept direction.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision benefits.
- Safe Harbor 401(k) with strong employer match and immediate vesting.
- Paid time off.
- Paid holidays.
- Continuing education opportunities.
- Annual uniform allowance.
- Up to 75% employee pet care discount.
- Mental health focused services.
- Career growth and advancement opportunities.
- Team building events.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
